Appalachian Rural Roads and Bridges Safety Act - State Bills

Summary

Directs Tennessee’s transportation department to prioritize deteriorating rural and Appalachian roads and bridges, especially routes providing access to schools, hospitals, emergency services, and jobs, while coordinating with counties and reporting progress annually.

Full text

This bill directs the Tennessee Department of Transportation to prioritize the inspection, repair, and replacement of deteriorating roads and bridges in rural and Appalachian communities, with priority given to routes connecting residents to schools, hospitals, emergency services, and employment centers. The department shall coordinate with county governments to identify high-need projects, publish an annual progress report, and administer available state transportation funds according to public safety, structural condition, and community access needs.