Build Nebraska Act - The Next 10 Years

 

 

Build Nebraska Act: The Next 10 Years (2023-2042)

 

Enacted in 2011, the Build Nebraska Act (BNA) dedicated the revenue generated equivalent to one-quarter of 1% of the general state sales tax rate for expansion of the Expressway System, federally designated High Priority Corridors and reconstruction of the existing transportation system.


Revenue

Revenue became available in fall of 2013, the passage of LB 727 (2023) extended the BNA sunset from 2033 to 2042. BNA is projected to generate $3.5 billion before it sunsets in 2042.


Progress

In 2016, more than 2,000 Nebraskans participated in the process that identified more than $8 billion in potential transportation projects for funding consideration. Candidate projects were evaluated for their economic and engineering performance and given an overall performance score. Projects were selected for BNA Next 10 and TIA based on performance scores and other important considerations, such as geographic inclusion, progress on Expressway and High Priority Corridors, Interstate and Expressway connectivity, and available supplemental funding. 

 

The 2016 selection process prioritized investment in 24 capital improvement projects. Below is a list of 2024 status updates for 2016 Capitol Improvement Selections.

 

Current Status (2024)

 

 

 

   

State Highway Capital Improvement Program

 

The Accelerated State Highway Capital Improvement Program is focused on fast-tracking completion of Nebraska’s 600-mile Expressway System by 2033. In 1988, the Legislature placed into law the creation of an Expressway System. Investments from the TIA and BNA have allowed the state to make progress towards building a 21st century transportation system that improves mobility and supports economic development.

 

The legislation also authorized the use of alternative contracting methods to expedite the delivery process of the state’s largest capital improvement projects. Design-Build and Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) methods streamline processes to provide the earliest possible mobility, freight, safety and economic benefits to the public.

 

To date, $2.3 billion has been spent on the Expressway System expansion. There are 102 miles of Expressway System either under construction or in preparation for construction. Traditional Expressway System expansion projects require 5-11 years of preparation prior to construction.

 

For more information on Nebraska's Expressway System click here.  Learn more about accelerated project delivery here.