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Introduced
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
In Committee
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Lane expansion of I-70. Requires the Indiana department of transportation to take action necessary to construct one or more additional lanes of traffic across Indiana for: (1) eastbound; and (2) westbound; Interstate Highway 70 in areas of Interstate Highway 70 where there are four lanes of traffic. Makes an appropriation.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to expand Interstate Highway 70 by adding one or more additional lanes of traffic in both the eastbound and westbound directions, specifically in areas where the highway currently has four lanes. The bill mandates that INDOT take the necessary actions to construct these additional lanes, with the expansion set to be implemented by July 1, 2026. To support this infrastructure project, the bill establishes a continuous appropriation from the state general fund to cover the construction and associated costs. This means that funding for the I-70 lane expansion will be automatically provided without requiring additional annual legislative approval, ensuring that INDOT has the financial resources needed to complete the highway improvement project.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation (on 01/05/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1083/details |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1083/HB1083.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1083/fiscal-notes/HB1083.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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