Toll roads were initially hailed as a solution for easing commutes amid exploding growth, but a Dallas Morning News investigation reveals a stark reality.
At dusk, traffic flows on the TEXpress Lanes along westbound SH 183 at American Blvd in Euless, Texas, February 6, 2024. The price was $15.45 for those entering the at Industrial Blvd to I-820.Texas boasts more toll miles than nearly all U.S. states combined. The roads were initially hailed as a solution for easing commutes amid exploding growth, but a Dallas Morning News investigation reveals a stark reality.
Steep penalties and aggressive collection practices, disproportionately affect people of color and low-income communities. Unlike some states, Texas offers no relief for frequent toll users or low-income households. While toll roads have allowed the state’s transportation network to keep up with unprecedented growth, an investigation reveals some of the consequences of opening the door to so many tolls., Investigative reporter.
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