A new fee aimed at reducing catalytic converter thefts is now funding a major expansion of a transportation service across Texas. The increased revenue will allow the service to grow its network significantly, potentially improving access for riders in more areas. Critics and supporters alike are likely weighing the trade-offs between higher costs and broader coverage. The move highlights how targeted policies can reshape public transit infrastructure in unexpected ways.


The higher fee, meant to combat catalytic converter theft, provided millions to expand Flock's network across Texas