The 84th Texas Legislature saw numerous bills this session that could increase transportation funding for the state. See the status of transportation finance bills on the Policy Research Center’s Transportation Legislation page. Currently, most of the available funding comes from the state’s motor fuels taxes, as shown in this infographic. See how Texas compares with other states’ fuel […]
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Coming soon: Research examines investment in rail and pipeline infrastructure for shale development regions
Investment in rail infrastructure (e.g. new or improved rail infrastructure, rail capacity improvements, or reactivation of former rail lines) and/or pipeline infrastructure along with roadway improvements might serve as an alternative approach to address freight transport needs in Texas shale energy regions. The research will provide information to policy makers of potential costs and benefits […]