Texas Department of Transportation
Recent News About Texas Department of Transportation
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The Texas Department of Transportation reported significant progress on multiple highway projects across regions during March. Efforts include expansions in Dallas and Houston areas alongside rural improvements statewide. The department also continues initiatives preserving heritage sites while advancing environmental campaigns.
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The Texas Department of Transportation is urging drivers across Texas not to use their phones or become distracted while behind the wheel after deadly crashes linked to inattentive driving last year. Officials are emphasizing safety campaigns during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
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The Texas Department of Transportation is calling on drivers to be more cautious as spring increases pedestrian and cyclist activity statewide. Recent data shows rising numbers of crashes involving vulnerable road users. The agency's new campaign offers safety tips for all travelers.
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The Texas Transportation Commission has approved $160.4 million for five rail grade separation projects aimed at improving safety and reducing congestion across several cities in Texas. Additional funds have been set aside as matching grants for potential federal support.
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The Texas Transportation Commission has approved nearly $285 million in federal funds for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects across the state.
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Texas high school students are being encouraged to pledge to always wear seat belts as part of a new safety initiative launched by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the University Interscholastic League (UIL).
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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is working to raise awareness about human trafficking on the state’s roadways.
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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is marking the 40th anniversary of its "Don’t mess with Texas" campaign, first launched on January 1, 1986.
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Speeding remains a major factor in traffic accidents across Texas, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
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Crews have recently begun work on a $11.9 million project to raise the US 59 bridge over Interstate 20 in Marshall in order to meet state regulations, according to a CBS 19 report.