Three grassroots groups have filed an election contest lawsuit seeking to set aside the passage of Proposition 2, claiming that the ballot language was misleading.
Bills both expanding and contracting the use of toll roads have been proposed in the Texas legislature. Additionally, a bill to streamline toll billing practices and cap fees has been filed.
As the 87th legislative session commences in January, local officials plan to advocate for increased funding for transportation projects including high-speed rail and the ability to utilize toll roads and managed lanes.
As the Texas House Committee on Transportation convenes in the interim, toll roads are at the forefront of the discussion.
