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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Wisconsin Governor Participates in Statewide Transportation Campaign
What happened: Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers (D) May 30 aided pothole patching crews as a part of his administration's statewide campaign to repair local infrastructure. His current 2023-2025 budget proposition allocates $100 million for local infrastructure improvement projects. Why it matters: Evers is one of [...]
States Approve $13.5 Billion in New Transportation Investment
Lawmakers in 19 states approved 24 measures for a combined $13.5 billion in new transportation revenue in the first five months of 2023, according to a May analysis by ARTBA’s Transportation Investment Advocacy Center. Several other states continue to consider legislation to increase investment later [...]
State and Local Policymakers and Public Officials to Speak at Transportation Funding Workshop
Transportation investment advocates, state lawmakers, public officials, and industry experts from around the country will gather in-person July 10-11 in Washington, D.C. for the milestone 10th Annual National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Advocates. Participants will collaborate, share success stories, and discuss challenges and [...]
Four States Advance Transportation Funding Measures
Missouri state lawmakers May 4 approved $2.8 billion in bonds and general fund appropriations for improvements to Interstate 70. Gov. Mike Parson (R), who called for the investments in his annual State of the State address earlier this year, is expected to sign the bill [...]
State Legislatures Approve New Transportation Funding
State lawmakers introduced over 200 transportation funding bills in 35 states since the start of the 2023 legislative session, according to ARTBA’s Transportation Investment Advocacy Center. These legislative proposals have the potential to generate millions in recurring and one-time revenue to support transportation infrastructure projects [...]
Tennessee Governor Approves $3.3 Billion Transportation Investment
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) on April 13 signed legislation providing $3.3 billion in new transportation funding, including: A one-time general funding transfer; Higher fees on electric vehicle, gradually increasing from $100 to $274 annually then indexed to changes in inflation with a three percent [...]
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