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SR 169·LA·senate

TRANSPORTATION/DEV DEPT: Directs the Department of Transportation and Development to establish a two-year minimum pilot program for the use of dispute review boards on certain highway and transportation construction projects.

AdoptedFiled May 27, 2026
Sponsor: Bill Wheat (R)
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Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.

Jun 1, 2026

Summary

The Senate resolution orders the Department of Transportation and Development to set up a two‑year pilot program that uses independent dispute review boards on at least five highway or transportation construction projects each fiscal year, starting July 1 2026. The boards will help resolve contract disputes early, aiming to keep projects on schedule and reduce claims and litigation. The department must report on the program’s progress and results to the Senate Transportation Committee.

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