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This bill requires the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to incorporate compost into its projects, specifically mandating that the department use compost for at least 25 percent of soil needed in landscaping projects and use compost when feasible in capital construction and road maintenance projects. The bill defines compost as a disinfected and stabilized product resulting from the decomposition process, which can be used as a soil amendment, artificial top soil, or growing medium. The new requirements will apply only to contracts for which TxDOT first solicits bids or proposals on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning existing contracts will not be retroactively affected. By encouraging the use of compost, the bill aims to promote sustainable practices in transportation infrastructure projects, potentially reducing waste and supporting environmentally friendly landscaping and construction methods.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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