# Williamson, Inc. Policy Talks: Transportation - October 30, 2026

Williamson County transportation policy forum hosted by Williamson County Television on October 30, 2026, with Tennessee transportation officials and legislators. Discussion focused on the state’s transportation funding gap and major road and highway projects. Speakers cited a roughly $30 billion funding shortfall identified after the Transportation Modernization Act, against a heavy-construction program of about $1.3 billion per year. They discussed the Act’s $3.3 billion one-time investment and a subsequent $1 billion investment, as well as potential future revenue measures including user fees, vehicle and electric-vehicle fees, general-fund support, and responsible bonding. No vote or contract award occurred; participants anticipated further discussion of funding options during the legislative session.

Officials also discussed the proposed 26-mile choice-lane project, described as a $9.2 billion private concession without government subsidy, and the planned use of any remaining project proceeds for related road improvements and other transportation priorities, subject to oversight by the Strategic Transportation Accountability Council. Other projects covered included I-65 improvements, the June Lake interchange area, Columbia Avenue, Mack Hatcher, Highway 100, and Nolensville Road. TDOT said projects are included in its 10-year plan only when funding can be identified, and described partnerships with local governments to advance projects. The conversation addressed procurement and delivery approaches, including progressive design-build, but announced no solicitation, bid approval, or vendor selection.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 30, 2026

### Sources
- [Williamson, Inc. Policy Talks: Transportation - October 30, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVMW2ujr2ec) - Williamson County Television