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In Wake of Session, Uncertainty Over Road Funding Persists

As this year's legislative session made clear, the Texas Department of Transportation needs more money to keep pace with the state's booming population. But recent funding requests and plans for reducing costs have stirred alarm throughout the state.

By Veronica Zaragovia, KUT News
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A damaged portion of the IH 37 frontage road, south of FM 99 in Live Oak County, Texas on Friday, August 16, 2013. The road is on a list of roads that the Texas Department of Transportation has announced will be converted to gravel because the agency lacks funds to keep them maintained at a safe level.
Credit: Eddie Seal

As this year's legislative session made clear, the Texas Department of Transportation needs more money to keep pace with the state's booming population. But recent funding requests and plans for reducing costs have stirred alarm throughout the state.

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