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Proposed policy change could make toll roads cheaper for drivers in Houston area

Patricia Ortiz

Posted on January 25, 2023 · Commissioners Rodney Ellis and Adrian Garcia proposed a policy change that will reduce local toll-rate for the first time by about 10%.

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Patricia Ortiz

Posted on March 1, 2023 · Harris County Toll Road Authority is hosting a community workshop Wed. March 1 for the Hardy Downtown Connector Project to hear feedback from the public.

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Posted on November 3, 2022 · Episode: 2853 Radio frequency identification and toll roads. Today, we ease on down the road.

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Harris County’s toll roads are aiming to be more accessible while transitioning to an all-electronic system

Gail Delaughter

Posted on March 14, 2022 · The Harris County Toll Road Authority says that even though they no longer accept cash at toll booths, they want to help drivers who don't have a credit card or a bank account use the system.

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Toll Road Authority Takes Control Of Washburn Tunnel, Lynchburg Ferry

Gail Delaughter

Posted on March 1, 2020 · Despite the operational change, HCTRA says there are no plans to start charging tolls.

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