California approves $988M for transport upgrades under Newsom's plan

From Union Station to wildlife crossings, California's latest funding targets safer roads and faster travel. See where the $1B is going—and why it matters.

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2026 March 16 . 10:03 PM

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California approves $988M for transport upgrades under Newsom's plan

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has approved nearly 1 billion USD in funding for transport upgrades across the state. The investment forms part of Governor Gavin Newsom's Build More, Faster – For All infrastructure programme. Projects will focus on improving travel times, safety, and freight operations in key regions.

A total of 988.7 million USD will be distributed to six counties. The largest share, 336 million USD, comes from Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the 2017 Road Repair and Accountability Act. An additional 184 million USD is provided by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.

Ventura County and Goleta will receive 96 million USD to cut travel times and boost safety. In San Bernardino County, 73 million USD is earmarked for freight traffic improvements along Interstate 10. Riverside County's Ramona Expressway will get a 63 million USD upgrade, including a new bridge and cycling lanes. Los Angeles sees 60 million USD allocated for Union Station's rehabilitation. Another 18.8 million USD will fund the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. The projects aim to modernise roads, rail, and wildlife corridors for residents, businesses, and visitors.

The funding will support upgrades to highways, bridges, and transit hubs. Work is expected to enhance safety, reduce congestion, and improve freight movement. The CTC's investment aligns with broader efforts to maintain California's transport network.