Tennessee will need billions to meet its transportation needs, which could force lawmakers to consider increases in taxes or user fees.
A draft report presented to the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations shows that state funding is not keeping up with inflation.
Add increased construction costs, and the state may need billions.
"The state needs roughly $1.6 billion in fiscal year 2028 just to maintain its existing infrastructure; $3.6 billion to make improvements as Tennessee continues to grow," the report said.
