This bill proposes to appropriate $175,000,000 from the state general fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027 to the department of transportation, specifically for safety and capacity improvements on State Route 260. The funds will be allocated for various projects, including roadway widening, shoulder expansion, wildlife mitigation efforts, and drainage upgrades. The bill also establishes criteria for prioritizing these projects based on safety data, traffic volume, emergency response needs, economic impact, and engineering feasibility.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the department of transportation submit annual reports detailing project schedules, expenditures, safety improvements, and compliance updates, while also maintaining a public dashboard for project status. The appropriation is exempt from lapsing provisions until June 30, 2036, and the section will be repealed after that date. Current statutes remain unchanged, with no deletions specified in the bill.