House advances ARPA closeout bill with large interfund transfers to meet federal deadline Lawmakers approved a strike-all to tighten ARPA closeout rules, transfer up to about $162.96 million between coronavirus fiscal accounts and move funds to MDOT maintenance projects, and set a state closeout timeline to ensure compliance with federal deadlines.

Mississippi lawmakers just advanced a crucial bill that reallocates nearly $163 million to boost transportation maintenance and health-plan accounts before a federal deadline!

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Commission reviews $666,000 supplemental, $18M multimodal award, ratifies $13.9M in payables and moves into closed session The commission reviewed a supplemental owner-advisor agreement for I-20/I-55 freight-corridor work, multiple IT and consulting procurements, ratified accounts payable and payroll, authorized legal actions including a claim and an eminent-domain counsel contract, introduced a new legal hire, and approved moving into a closed "labor session."

The Mississippi Transportation Commission just approved a $666,000 supplemental agreement and ratified $13.9 million in payables while gearing up for crucial legal discussions behind closed doors.

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Mississippi House unanimously approves bill to keep lottery-directed road funding past 2028 The House passed House Bill 325 to remove a sunset on lottery allocations that direct the first $80 million annually to transportation projects, a move supporters say will allow MDOT to continue planning; the vote was 121-0.

The Mississippi House just voted unanimously to ensure $80 million annually continues flowing to transportation projects, keeping vital roadwork on track for years to come!

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Mississippi Transportation Commission ratifies $125.7 million in payments, approves routine contracts and holds one janitorial contract for follow-up At its January meeting the Mississippi Transportation Commission ratified $125,681,090.06 in accounts payable, approved payroll dockets and multiple contract amendments and supplemental agreements, and voted to hold Agenda Item 33 (a DeSoto County janitorial contract) for further vendor outreach.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission just greenlit over $125 million in payments and contracts, but one janitorial deal is on hold for further review!

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Transportation Commission adopts amendment adding US 278 passing lanes in Quitman County The Mississippi Transportation Commission adopted an amendment to its 2026'2028 three-year plan to add preconstruction and construction funding for passing lanes on US 278 in Quitman County, with a combined cost estimate of $6,990,000 and further reliance on lottery funds if construction costs exceed that estimate.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission just greenlit a $6.99 million plan to improve safety with new passing lanes on U.S. 278—could this be a game changer for North Mississippi's roads?

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Commission ratifies supplemental agreements, awards bids and grants moving authority for carrier certificate The commission ratified supplemental agreements for mill-and-overlay projects, approved geotechnical and signing‑plan work assignments, and recommended a certificate of public convenience for Stiles Moving LLC after no protests were filed.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission is set to enhance highway safety and efficiency with new agreements and projects—transforming over 12 miles of Mississippi Highway 12 and more!

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Transportation Commission authorizes bridge studies and design work assignments, sets condemnation actions The commission approved work assignments including a $652,375 study for I‑10 over the Pascagoula River and $328,581 for final plans to replace four US‑80 bridges, and approved moving forward with condemnation orders and contract extensions.

The Transportation Commission just greenlit major funding for bridge studies and replacements, paving the way for improved infrastructure in Mississippi!

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Mississippi Transportation Commission approves minutes and agenda; hears I-20 traffic mitigation update and routine conveyances, contracts and legal actions At a meeting of the Mississippi Transportation Commission, commissioners approved the minutes and adopted the agenda, heard staff briefings on traffic backups in an I-20 work zone and a range of administrative items including property conveyances, a proposed environmental assessment for Olive Branch, contract amendments and a planned legal action.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission is tackling traffic woes on I-20 and approving critical construction projects that could reshape local transit for years to come.

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Mississippi Transportation Commission authorizes scores of contracts, grant concurrences and work assignments; goes into executive session At its Oct. meeting, the Mississippi Transportation Commission authorized numerous consultant work assignments, supplemental agreements, grant match awards and other administrative actions and recessed into an executive session to discuss workers' compensation settlements and an encroachment update.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission just approved a multitude of contracts and grant matches, paving the way for crucial infrastructure improvements across the state!

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Mississippi Transportation Commission authorizes lawsuit against CK Construction for I-69 damages Commission approves $64,923.60 claim against CK Construction for transportation system damages.

Mississippi's Transportation Commission is taking a stand, launching a $64,923.60 lawsuit against CK Construction for damage to I-69's intelligent transportation system!

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Community Leaders Gather for Morning Prayer and Meeting Approval Leaders conduct morning prayer and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

The Mississippi Transportation Commission's recent meeting highlighted the crucial role of community engagement and pre-construction planning in shaping the future of the state's infrastructure.

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MDOT honors Ben Cohen and Earl Glenn for outstanding leadership and service MDOT recognizes Ben Cohen and Earl Glenn for their crucial contributions to transportation operations.

MDOT celebrated the exceptional leadership of Ben Cohen and Earl Glenn, whose dedication is driving Mississippi's transportation future forward!

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