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In a sweeping celebration of everything that makes Texas bold, Texas Highways Magazine’s latest issue is helping to encourage tourism and support local economies across the state. Read more: ow.ly/vTt550WuI1J #TxDOTNewsroom

When someone dies in a traffic crash, speeding is often to blame. You may think you can save seconds by speeding, but the cost can be so much greater. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan
We’re updating TxDOT’s 10-year plan for funding projects around Texas and we want to hear what you think. The draft 2026 Unified Transportation Plan comment period ends Monday, July 28 at 4 p.m., and we want to hear from you! Get more information here: bit.ly/3gywpfX

Texas summers are hot. But it's even worse inside a car, where temperatures can get dangerous quickly. Always double check the back seat before you walk away. Once you park, Stop. Look. Lock.

The Sabine-Neches Waterway, the nation’s 3rd largest waterway by tonnage, is home to the top U.S. jet fuel refiner and refines 13% of the nation's daily fuel supply. This vital resource helps to power Texas and our nation forward. #TxDOTMaritime

Did you know TxDOT offers 12 Travel Information Centers located throughout the state? Stop by on your next road trip to stretch your legs, grab a snack, and even get a few pro tips from friendly Texans who know the local area. #DriveLikeATexan
TxDOT manages thousands of miles of roadway throughout the state, but it’s not just asphalt. On an ocean highway, ferries provide an important link for communities along the Gulf. Read more: ow.ly/PFce50WufVt #TxDOTNewsroom

Country music star @ParkerMcCollum wants us all to stop speeding. He even wrote a song about it. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan
Ojos en la carretera y manos al volante. La concentración es tu mejor ventaja. #ManejaComoUnTejano

Happening tomorrow! TxDOT is updating its 10-year transportation plan, the draft 2026 Unified Transportation Program, and we want to hear from you. Tell us what you think during a virtual public hearing July 23 at 2 p.m. CDT. Join here: bit.ly/3gywpfX

Protecting roads, one layer at a time! TxDOT Dallas crews and contractors are out applying a protective layer to over 430 lane miles to extend pavement life. These work zones move fast — stay alert and give crews space as they work hard in the heat.
🚧 Construction is officially underway on the RM 1431 bridge over Cow Creek! 🚧 Crews have started drilling shafts for the new bridge columns — a critical step in building a strong and stable foundation. Stay tuned for more updates! 🌉 #RM1431Bridge #TxDOT
From epic sunsets to peaceful backroads, Texans take pride in our home. Take time to slow down and enjoy the view today. #DriveLikeATexan

A heavy foot will get you an even heavier fine. This month during Operation Slowdown, officers are out in force looking for speeders. Slow down. Save your money, save a life. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan
Don’t risk getting a speeding ticket—or worse. Officers are out during Operation Slowdown, so slow down and save the hassle, the money and the risk. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan
.@SecDuffy signed a final Memorandum of Understanding with @TxDOT to help the state build infrastructure projects faster by assuming NEPA responsibilities. Sec. Duffy also signed a letter to all governors encouraging them to follow the Texas DOT model. This will empower state…
Crashes and deaths from speeding are no accident. Speeding is a choice, one you shouldn’t make. Slow down. Save your life and the lives of those around you. #BeSafeDriveSmart #DriveLikeATexan
🚧 RM 1431 Bridge Update 🚧 TxDOT has awarded an emergency contract to rebuild the RM 1431 bridge over Cow Creek. 🛠️ Work begins Monday, July 21 ⏱️ Crews will work as quickly as possible 📅 Est. completion: September (weather permitting) #TxDOT #TexasFloods #TexasStrong
🚢 Traffic extends beyond our roadways… #DYK the Houston Ship Channel is the nation’s busiest waterway, hosting more vessel traffic than Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York and New Jersey combined? All this activity supports 18.6% of Texas’s GDP. #TxDOTMaritime

Thanks to @SecDuffy and @POTUS's leadership, Texas will continue to have control over the way its residents seek to handle their environmental review. The signing of this historic agreement with @TXDOT will save Texans and Americans time and money.