Arizona Highways Set for Major Upgrades This Year

Arizona Highways Set for Major Upgrades This Year

Published: January 22, 2026

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In addition to prioritizing affordability and protecting Arizona’s quality of life, Governor Katie Hobbs’ Executive Budget proposal includes strategic transportation investments that safeguard Arizona’s investment in state highways, enhance safety, and help rural communities. The Executive Budget includes an ongoing investment of .2 million from the State Highway Fund to address increased construction materials prices and extend the life of highway infrastructure to prevent more costly repairs in the future. It also includes .4 million from the State Highway Fund to meet baseline needs for 487.5 new lane miles statewide, many of the...