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Indiana Governor Holcomb announces $1 billion “Next Level Connections” plan

Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has announced a $1 billion infrastructure project for 2019.

The Next Level Connections program will expand broadband in rural Indiana, move up the completion of major highway projects, and more. Holcomb has committed $100 million for broadband and nearly $800 million for highways.

The Indiana Finance Authority will amend its agreement with the Indiana Toll Road Concession Company (ITRCC) to increase toll rates for heavy vehicles by 35 percent beginning in October. The $1 billion in proceeds from the amended agreement will be used to fund road projects in the seven toll road counties. Over 10 years, ITRCC will invest more than $500 million in Toll Road upgrades.

Indiana Farm Bureau President Randy Kron says the plan shows a concentrated focus on improve the state, especially rural Indiana. He says Hoosier farmers will be especially pleased with the improvements in rural communities.