Sharpton highlights $75M road funding by state legislature

Logan County District 1 Commissioner Mark Sharpton highlighted a major piece of legislation passed by the Oklahoma Legislature that will deliver $75 million in new funding for county roads and bridges. During commissioners’ comments this week, Sharpton expressed appreciation to the county’s legislators for their support of the measure.

He emphasized the importance of House Bill 2758, which passed the House 91-0 and the Senate 40-6. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for final approval. It represents a significant investment in local infrastructure, with counties across Oklahoma set to benefit from additional funding to repair and maintain deteriorating roads.

According to the Association of County Commissioners of Oklahoma (ACCO), HB2758 includes $71 million through the Preserving and Advancing County Transportation (PACT) Act, increasing base county funding to $4,000 per road mile for all 77 counties. For rural areas like Logan County, this funding will help address long-deferred maintenance and improve travel safety for residents and emergency services alike.

Sharpton said he intends to recognize local state leaders at a future commissioners meeting.

Senator Chuck Hall, a co-author of the bill, called the investment one of the most impactful items in this year’s state budget. In addition to PACT funding, HB2758 also includes a $20 million increase to the ROADS Fund, allowing the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to upgrade vehicle weigh stations and improve highway safety across the state.

“This investment will hike county funding for maintaining local roads, bringing all 77 counties up to $4,000 per road mile,” Hall said. “For many rural areas, this represents a significant boost that will improve road conditions and make travel safer for everyone.”