The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding appropriations for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to expand Interstate 10. Specifically, it would increase the appropriation from the state general fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 from $30,000,000 to $40,000,000 and for fiscal year 2026-2027 from $78,000,000 to $93,000,000. This change aims to expedite the project by advancing the funding by one fiscal year.
Additionally, the bill would require ADOT to procure construction bids using the cost-plus-time (A+B) method to ensure timely completion of the project. This new requirement is an addition to the existing statutes, which currently do not specify the bidding method for this project. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the funding and construction process for the expansion of I-10 between State Route 85 and Citrus Road.