Bill > SJR33

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to modify how certain general revenue funds are transferred to the state highway fund each fiscal year. Specifically, the amendment would expand the permissible uses of revenue transferred to the state highway fund beyond just constructing and maintaining public roadways. The new uses would include not only public roadways other than toll roads, but also public transportation, public bicycle paths, and public sidewalks. Currently, the comptroller is required to transfer funds to both the economic stabilization fund and the state highway fund within 90 days of each fiscal year, with a provision to proportionately reduce transfers to the economic stabilization fund if it would exceed the biennial limit. The proposed amendment would be submitted to voters in a statewide election on November 4, 2025, with the ballot language clearly describing the proposed changes to how highway fund revenues can be used. This resolution aims to provide more flexibility in how transportation-related infrastructure funds can be allocated and spent.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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