Texas Streamlines Infrastructure Project Approvals
News Summary The Texas Department of Transportation has partnered with the Federal Highway Administration to streamline infrastructure project approvals. This new agreement aims to reduce bureaucratic hurdles by allowing state officials to take on federal oversight responsibilities. The initiative is expected to expedite project development and cut costs, benefiting major projects statewide, including highways and […]
Texas Enhances Environmental Review Power for Highways
News Summary The Federal Highway Administration has partnered with the Texas Department of Transportation to extend its environmental review capabilities, aimed at expediting highway construction. This agreement enhances Texas’s authority under NEPA and includes a shift from a five-year to a ten-year contract renewal period. While supporters view this as a way to streamline transportation […]