The House Committee on Transportation

87th Legislature

October 6, 2022

9:00 a.m.

Corpus Christi Ortiz Center (See Below)

Pursuant to a notice posted on September 16, 2022, revised on September 29, 2022, the House Committee on Transportation met in a public hearing and was called to order by the chair, Representative Canales, at 9:04 a.m.

The initial quorum call was answered as follows: Representatives Canales; Thompson, Ed; Bucy; Lozano; Perez; and Rogers.

A quorum was present for the sole purpose of taking testimony, pursuant to Rule 4, Section 16A.

The Committee met in Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center, 402 Harbor Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78401.

Representative Hunter and Representative Herrero were also in attendance.

The Committee met to hear testimony on the following interim charges and topics:

The committee will receive brief welcoming remarks from local leaders.

Testimony taken/registration recorded.  (See attached witness list.)

(Representative Landgraf now present.)

Discuss transportation safety efforts in Texas.

Testimony taken/registration recorded.  (See attached witness list.)

Study the impacts that increased federal funding, formula changes, and new programs authorized in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will have on state transportation projects. Evaluate strategies to ensure Texas communities can maximize receipt of federal grant funds.

Testimony taken/registration recorded.  (See attached witness list.)

Examine the ability of the state’s seaports to promote the public purposes of state economic growth, diversification, and commerce through development of port-owned properties within their boundaries. Review the investments needed for Texas ports to remain competitive in handling increased cargo volumes and ensuring a resilient supply chain.

Testimony taken/registration recorded.  (See attached witness list.)

At 12:10 p.m., on the motion of the chair and without objection, the meeting was adjourned subject to the call of the chair.

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Rep. Canales, Chair

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Dylan Matthews, Clerk