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Relates to the appropriation to the Idaho Transportation Department for fiscal year 2023. |
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Repeals legislative intent language that requires local highway jurisdictions (LHJ) to report how HB312 (2015) funds were used. |
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Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding taxing district budget limitations. |
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Relates to the appropriation to the Idaho Transportation Department for fiscal year 2022. |
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Idaho Transportation News |
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2022 Legislative Session
Making a Mark on Idaho's Roads & Bridges
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As the legislature wraps up, we would like to take time to reflect on this past session. During the State of the State address, Governor Little declared, “We have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fully fund known needs – to maintain our roads and bridges permanently – with no new taxes.”
Both chambers agreed with the governor and together, our state leaders invested historic amounts into Idaho’s infrastructure. Thanks to the significant investment, Idahoans will enjoy repaired roads, bridges, crosswalks, and more. These improvements will keep commerce flowing, ease congestion, and improve safety for years to come.
We are very grateful for the many policymakers, state, and local leaders, as well as partners who worked diligently throughout the session to help improve Idaho’s roads and bridges!
As we enter construction season, highway professionals are charged and ready to put these funds to work!
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Traveling This Summer?
Download the 511 App to
Stay-in-the-Know
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Know the road conditions, closures, and traffic reports before you hit the road this summer! ITD’s 511 phone app has been improved and upgraded to allow motorists to log into their account to save traffic cameras, locations, and receive text/email alerts on their phone. Using the 511 app will allow Idahoans to control their trip planning and daily driving habits. Click here to learn more.
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National Transportation News |
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Kansas Investes $6M in High-Risk Rural Roads |
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Ten rural counties in Kansas will receive $6 million to make vital improvements to their roadways. Such investment will ensure families travel safely throughout the state and commerce flows freely.Click here to learn more.
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Michigan Legislature Approves $4.8B Infrastructure Plan |
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Last week, policymakers in Michigan approved $4.8 billion for infrastructure upgrades for the state’s water system, roads, parks, and affordable housing. The historic bill also includes $250 million to add high-speed internet to rural areas throughout the state. Click here to learn more.
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Inland Ports to Mitigate Congestion Problems |
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Experts are urging for port authorities, terminal operators, railroads, and shippers to collaborate on developing more inland ports, similar to the Port of Lewiston. Such investment would alleviate the backlog and congestion coastal ports are experiencing to help the flow of commerce. Learn about what inland ports would look like, how rail can contribute, and more by clicking here.
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Idaho's Transportation Committees |
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Keep track of each chamber's transportation committee by following the links below. On the webpage, you may download meeting agendas, virtually tune into meetings, see committee members, and much more. |
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How to Contact Your Legislator |
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There are several ways to contact your legislators!
Click the button to find out who your representative is. It's easy, just put in your address and receive their contact information.
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Send them an email directly, or contact the Legislative Information Center. They will take a message to your legislator.
E-mail must contain the sender’s name and address. To help us forward your message appropriately, please include your legislator’s name and/or legislative district.
Phone Numbers: (session only)
Hearing Impaired: 800-626-0471
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IAHD Regional Meetings
- District 1 | May 5 - Hayden, ID
- District 2 | April 14 - Grangeville, ID
- District 3 | May 3 - Caldwell, ID
- District 4 | May 10 - Jerome, ID
- District 5 | May 10 - American Falls, ID
Idaho's Local Transportation Convention
- November 15 - 17, 2022 | Coeur d'Alene Resort
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