Transportation Planning Process

The AHTD is responsible for all transportation planning processes and develops the Statewide Long-Range Intermodal Transportation Plan. The Highway Commission has final approval over the plan and projects to be funded, and solicits comments from other stakeholders. Projects are identified by various means, including by MPO plans and transit providers. Projects are selected based on an AHTD review of proposed needs and available funding.

Legislative Role in Transportation Planning

The General Assembly plays a minimal role other than to identify projects it believes are needed and at times to "earmark" state funds for those projects.