The phrase was prominently shown on road signs on major highways, as well as in television, radio, and print advertisements.

[9] In 2005, as a result of House Bill 2702 the rail oversight functions of the Texas Railroad Commission were transferred to TxDOT.

[10] In 2009, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles was created by the state legislature,[11] taking over some functions from TxDOT.

The large number of departments is needed due to the large size of the state, the widely varying climate and soil conditions affecting public roads, and the differing needs of the local populace (urban vs. suburban vs. rural).

Functional divisions and offices headquartered in Austin provide administrative and technical support to the districts.