2008 House Bill 6753

Authorize “public-private” government transportation authorities

Introduced in the House

Nov. 25, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Lee Gonzales (D-49)

To authorize the creation of “public-private” government transportation authorities with extensive powers to promote and develop “transportation facilities,” including toll roads, ferries, airports, ports, locks, railroads, “intermodal” facility, etc. Among other things an authority would be authorized to borrow money and charge tolls.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation