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Alabama's Mobile River Bridge clears final funding hurdle

As of October 2026: Lender and grantor

Alabama broke ground Friday on the $3.2 billion Mobile River Bridge, the largest infrastructure project in state history. The ceremony came after 36 years of studies, promises, and shelved plans.

Updated Oct 2

Tennessee approves record interstate toll lane partnership

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As of September 2026: Reviewing Tennessee's TIFIA loan application and final agreement

Tennessee approved a private consortium's $9.2 billion plan to build tolled express lanes on Interstate 24 between Nashville and Murfreesboro. DriveTN will pay the state $24.8 billion over 50 years in exchange for the right to build and operate the lanes.

Updated Sep 17