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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
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(1) “Contract” means a contract for the construction or repair of a road or highway of any number of lanes, with or without grade separation, owned or operated by a governmental entity and any improvement, extension, or expansion to that road or highway, including:
(A) an improvement to relieve traffic congestion and promote safety;
(B) a bridge, tunnel, overpass, underpass, interchange, service road ramp, entrance plaza, approach, or tollhouse; and
(C) a parking area or structure, rest stop, park, or other improvement or amenity the governmental entity considers necessary, useful, or beneficial for the operation of a road or highway.
(2) “Contractor” means a person who is required to perform work under a contract.
(3) “Governmental entity” means:
(A) the Texas Department of Transportation; or
(B) any political subdivision of the state that is acting under Chapter 284, 366, 370, or 431.
(4) “Project specifications” means plans, reports, designs, or specifications prepared by a governmental entity or by a third party retained by a governmental entity under a separate contract.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Transportation Code - TRANSP § 474.001. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/transportation-code/transp-sect-474-001/
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