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Texting scams are targeting toll customers in Texas saying they’re from TxTag, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is warning everyone to be on the lookout.
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Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its meeting on Aug. 22, 2024.
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So much for lifeguarding or summer travel. Hundreds of young Texans are spending their summer at TxDOT, gaining experience, sharpening skills and building a future.
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Meet Captain David Askew, Port Aransas ferry deck supervisor, whose voyage with TxDOT began on Sept. 1, 2012. His adventure on the water began as a safety supervisor, watching ferry captains in action.
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A new pilot program for laying hot mix asphalt will help streamline projects and improve the longevity and quality of roads.
News releases
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To help keep a thriving Texas economy moving, TxDOT is drafting a record-breaking 10-year transportation plan, and the public is invited to weigh in on potential projects in communities across the state.
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The reckless act of drinking and driving could change your life forever, but it only takes a few minutes to find a sober ride. As law enforcement increases its presence leading up to Labor Day, drivers can save their own life and the lives of others by finding a rideshare, transit, or other safe ride.
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Texans across the state rely on public transit, and new funding from the Texas Department of Transportation will help provide access and expand service for people to get to jobs, school, medical appointments, and other important destinations.
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Paving the way for the future of transportation in the state, the Texas Transportation Commission adopted the “Connecting Texas 2050,” long range transportation plan.
TxDOT editorial
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Meeting the moment with a historic transportation investment
While growth poses challenges, TxDOT is meeting the moment with a record investment in our transportation system to ensure Texas remains the preferred destination for families and businesses.
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TxDOT committed to I-45 public engagement
TxDOT's deliberate and conscientious approach to public engagement during the December 2023 series public meetings held for the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP) underscores its dedication to fostering public engagement and transparency.
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Local news
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SH 146 expansion project wins safety award
At the 2024 WASHTO conference in Omaha, Neb., TxDOT was presented with the award for Safety by America’s Transportation Awards.
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TxDOT opens long-awaited bridge in Bowie, Cass counties
The Texas Department of Transportation has opened a new bridge on State Highway 8, crossing Wright Patman Lake between Bowie and Cass counties.
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New safety rest areas open in Van Horn
Two new safety rest areas in Culberson County opened to the public on Saturday, June 1.
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Browse our seasonal public service announcements and download materials to help spread the word.
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Learn about how we're keeping highways beautiful and preserving Texas history.
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