Relating to powers of regional transportation authorities.

HB 255 allows local areas (units of election) within regional transportation authorities to use up to 25% of their annual sales and use tax revenue for local transportation improvements. The program covers projects like building sidewalks, trails, roads, streetlights, traffic signals, and drainage systems. Each year, local units must submit project lists to the regional board, with funds disbursed 50% upfront and 50% as projects are completed. Unused funds must be applied to reducing the authority's debt secured by a 1% sales tax rate. This bill directly affects local governments and transportation authorities in Texas.