Bill > HB5453

This bill modifies Texas transportation project procedures and funding in several key ways. It requires the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to notify state legislators within 10 days when a major road project is selected for funding or is scheduled for completion, which is a change from the previous requirement of only notifying legislators upon project completion. The bill also mandates that TxDOT's unified transportation program, which covers a 10-year period, must now not only identify target funding levels and list planned projects, but also specifically identify and prioritize infrastructure maintenance and improvement projects. Additionally, the bill provides a detailed list of specific transportation projects that TxDOT must develop, plan, review, and construct, including road reconstructions, improvements, and bridge constructions in various counties such as San Antonio, Harris, Denton, Midland, and others. The bill also emphasizes maintaining certain state highway routes, particularly between Eagle Pass and Laredo. The changes are set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aim to improve transparency in transportation project selection and ensure systematic infrastructure development across Texas.

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