Federal highway projects can now start without a specific label

The Federal Highway Administration removed a rule that required a specific label for projects built with federal money. This means states can start building highway projects before getting full federal approval, without needing to track them with a special tag.

This change makes it easier for states to begin highway projects using their own funds, with the expectation of federal reimbursement later. It removes a small administrative hurdle that could slow down the start of construction. The goal is to speed up infrastructure development by letting states move forward without waiting for every piece of federal paperwork.