Governor Greg Abbott announced a new 10-year transportation plan with a total projected investment of $138 billion, according to an Aug. 26 news release from the Office of the Governor. The plan, developed by the Texas Department of Transportation, is intended to improve safety, reduce congestion and strengthen the supply chain, the release said.
The announcement follows the Texas Transportation Commission’s approval of the 2027 Unified Transportation Program in August. According to the release, the UTP includes $95 billion in projected funding from existing state and federal revenue sources for projects across the state over the next 10 years, supported by an additional $43 billion in development and routine maintenance.
“Texas’ booming economy and growing population demand a transportation system that keeps people and products moving safely and efficiently,” Governor Abbott said in the release. “This $138 billion investment will strengthen our roadways, reduce congestion, improve safety, and support growing communities across Texas. By investing in critical infrastructure today, we are building a bigger, better Texas for generations to come.”
The program reaches well beyond highways. State officials said the UTP lays out a plan for project development to enhance safety, address congestion and connectivity, and preserve roadways for Texas drivers, while also covering public transportation, maritime, aviation, rail, freight, international trade, and bicycle and pedestrian connectivity.
Many of the projects in the 2027 UTP are roadway segments identified on Texas’ 100 Most Congested Roadways list, according to the release. Funding for Texas Clear Lanes congestion-relief projects will increase, supporting the $90.6 billion total investment for completed, under-construction and planned non-tolled projects since 2015. The plan also supports a significant investment in safety and increases funding for rural corridors and key economic hubs, the Governor’s office said.
“Working closely with our transportation partners and incorporating input from Texans, the UTP lays out a path to advance projects across the state,” Texas Transportation Commission Acting Chair Alvin New said. “These investments will improve mobility, enhance connectivity, and make our roads safer for everyone.”
TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams said the plan “reflects the scale and complexity of meeting Texas’ transportation needs in one of the fastest-growing states in the nation.” He added that it is “focused on practical outcomes—improving safety, preserving the system we have, and supporting reliable movement for people and goods.”
The Office of the Governor said additional details about the program are available in the UTP Fact Sheet, and that information on comments received and the public involvement process can be found on the TxDOT website.