Governor Abbott announced that the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will invest in a new 10-year transportation plans for local roads and major congestion relief projects with a total projected investment of over $146 billion.
The Texas Transportation Commission is expected to adopt the 2026 Unified Transportation Program (UTP) at a commission meeting on Thursday, August 21.
The UTP includes $101.6 billion for projects over the next 10 years to improve safety, connect communities and encourage a robust economy. It also includes nearly $45 billion for development and routine maintenance.
Texas Clear Lanes congestion-relief projects will increase in funding by nearly $2 billion, supporting the $84 billion total investment for completed, under-construction and planned non-tolled projects since 2015. It also includes a nearly $17 billion investment in safety and an additional $669 million in funding for rural corridors and key roadways in economic hubs.
More information about the UTP program can be found here. The draft UTP can be found here.
The Governor’s full press release can be found here.
