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What is the RTP?
As the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), H-GAC must develop and update a Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). This plan helps guide major transportation projects for the next 20 years or more.
H-GAC is responsible for regional transportation planning in the eight-county Houston-Galveston area. This region includes more than 7.2 million people across Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, and Waller counties.
The most recent version of the RTP, the 2045 RTP Update and the 2045 RTP Update Amendment, included:
- Nearly $109 billion in transportation investments
- More than 750 projects to enhance mobility and infrastructure
- Projects supported by 63 local public agencies
Vision & Goals
Public feedback collected during Phase I outreach shaped the vision and goals for the future transportation system the region aims to build.
Call for Projects
About the RTP Call for Projects
The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) Call for Projects (CFP) evaluates long-term projects for their inclusion into the fiscally constrained RTP2050 project list. The RTP2050 Call for Projects will be open June 1, 2026, till July 17, 2026.
The CFP is the process through which public agencies submit transportation projects for consideration and evaluation for inclusion in the RTP2050. Responses are intended to help agencies understand eligibility requirements, the evaluation process, and how submitted projects will be used to shape the region’s long-range transportation investment priorities.
RTP2050 Call for Projects Submission Steps
- Visit the application portal.
- Complete the access request form and submit it.
- Monitor your email for instructions to finalize your account setup.
- Sign in and review the application guide carefully.
- Complete and submit your application.
Stay Connected and Join Office Hours
To help ensure broad visibility within your organization, please share any additional contacts who should receive RTP2050 Call for Projects information, updates, and application materials.
Applicants that have outstanding questions or need immediate assistance please refer to our FAQ section. H-GAC Staff will be holding virtual office hours via Microsoft Teams. Those that are interested in participating should also use the contact information below to receive the Microsoft Teams meeting invitation.
To add contacts or request an office hours invite, please contact:
[email protected]
832-821-2050
Applicant Office Hours
Office hours will be offered to answer questions and provide guidance on completing and submitting applications.
Monday, June 8 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, July - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
The RTP outlines the region’s transportation vision, goals, and strategies. It also describes:
- What our transportation system looks like today
- What we want it to look like in the future
- How we’ll reach those goals with specific projects
Public input is a key part of developing the RTP. H-GAC is gathering feedback through multiple rounds of public meetings. Methods to provide feedback include an RTP Visioning Survey, interactive mapping exercises, and more. These efforts help ensure the plan reflects the needs and priorities of the community because it's your plan, my plan, our plan.
Phase I Public Engagement Summary
The Phase I Public Engagement Summary Report is now available. Public input, including community meetings and the RTP 2050 General, Freight, and Tourism surveys, highlighted key priorities shaping the future transportation system.
See what your community shared.
Get Involved
Public input continues to play a key role in shaping the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan. While the RTP 2050 survey is now closed, there are still meaningful ways to participate. Join our Stakeholder Working Group to help guide the plan’s development. You can also stay connected to receive updates, meeting invitations, and future engagement opportunities.
Plan Your Transportation Future Today
The Regional Transportation Plan Promotes:
Broad Public Engagement
Data-Informed Decisions
Prosperity for Our Region
"My biggest transportation hope would be access to resources outside the Dayton/Liberty area."
Cheryl & Cleveland Walters
Liberty County Residents
"My biggest transportation hope is that I could leave my house, go to Houston or go to Baytown in less time."
Don W. Smith
Liberty County Resident
"My biggest challenge with transportation now in Waller County is keeping up with the growth, with all the developments coming in."
Hidi Criswell
Waller County Resident
"My biggest transportation challenge is construction and congested roadways because of it."
Lacey Hernandez Smith
Galveston County Resident
"My hope for 2050 is more public transportation, better roadways, wider roads, and more lanes."
Gay Walker
Galveston County Commuter
"I hope that they can do more sidewalks in certain areas where I see a lot of people walking where there are no sidewalks."
Tim Sykes
Galveston County Resident