❌ SB31
Replace interstate construction requirement with a traffic study
Summary
The bill repeals the requirement for the Department of Transportation to construct certain interstate interchanges and instead mandates a traffic congestion study along a specified section of Interstate Route 71. The study must be completed by December 31, 2026, and the findings reported to various government officials and agencies. The Director of Transportation may consult with the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency for the study.
Rationale
The bill introduces a government-mandated study which may imply increased government involvement in traffic management, conflicting with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and free market solutions. Both LP and LPO platforms emphasize limited government and individual rights, which this bill does not fully support.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over transportation planning
- Potential for cronyism in the selection of study solutions
- Delay in necessary infrastructure improvements