Several states are moving to boost transportation funding as part of their upcoming budget cycles, citing rising construction costs and infrastructure needs.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation submitted a $282.8 million funding request on Jan. 5 for the next biennial budget, representing a $30 million increase over the current cycle. The proposal will be taken up when the state legislature convenes on Feb. 9 and has received the support of Gov. Mark Gordon (R).
Also on Jan. 5, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) proposed an additional $1.1 billion for road construction in his 2026 executive budget. The funding would be drawn largely from one-time surplus revenue in the state’s general fund. McMaster warned that without added investment inflation-driven increases in construction costs could lead to project delays. Lawmakers are set to consider the proposal when the legislature convenes on Tuesday to begin their 2026 legislative session.
Follow the ARTBA-TIAC Legislative Dashboard for the latest developments in state transportation funding during the 2026 legislative sessions.