Interstate 11; environmental; engineering; study
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Arizona Department of Transportation to formally request federal recognition of a portion of Interstate 11 between Casa Grande and Wickenburg as an ‘independent utility.’ It also mandates the department to begin environmental reviews and obtain necessary authorizations for this segment, following federal guidelines, in response to a lawsuit that has stalled the entire Interstate 11 project. The bill aims to advance planning for a portion of the highway while acknowledging ongoing legal challenges and highlighting the project’s importance for Arizona’s economy.
Key provisions
- Requests federal recognition of Interstate 11 between Casa Grande and Wickenburg as an ‘independent utility.’
- Requires the Department of Transportation to initiate environmental reviews for the specified segment.
- Mandates obtaining necessary federal and state authorizations for the segment.
- Aligns with federal highway administration precedent for project segmentation.
- Addresses a lawsuit that has stalled the entire Interstate 11 project.
- Focuses on a tier 2 study to advance planning for a portion of the corridor.
- Recognizes the environmental distinctiveness of the proposed segment.
- Highlights the importance of Interstate 11 for Arizona’s economy and transportation needs.
Who is affected
- Arizona Department of Transportation
- Federal Highway Administration
- Motorists and commuters in Arizona
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