Acknowledgment Program

Donations to TxDOT for highway-related
services
 may be acknowledged with signs located adjacent to the traveled way with the intent to inform the traveling public that a highway-related service is sponsored by a participating sponsor.
As described in 43 TAC §12.353, the acknowledgment program includes the following requirements:
  • the donation may be used only for the highway-related purpose for which it is made,
  • the acknowledgment program is applicable to all state highways,
  • 43 TAC ch. 1, subch. M (for other types of donations such as cash) does not apply to a donation accepted under this program,
  • TxDOT may contract with a vendor under 43 TAC §12.354 for services related to the program,
  • the vendor will install and maintain acknowledgments, including signs,
  • TxDOT or vendor may not accept donations from an individual or entity that is regulated by TxDOT or that is involved with TxDOT through a contract, purchase, payment, or claim,
  • an acknowledgment may not reference an alcoholic beverage, tobacco product or sexually oriented business, product, or service,
  • a donation must be acknowledged by the Texas Transportation Commission, and
  • an acknowledgment must comply with all applicable laws.