Transportation (Pedestrian Safety)

in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 1084: E-Bike Definitions/Local Safety Regulation.

HB 1084 clarifies the legal definition of electric bicycles in North Carolina by categorizing them into three classes based on motor power and speed limits, while also granting cities and counties the authority to create their own safety rules. Under this bill, electric bikes are generally allowed on roads and bike paths, but local governments can restrict their use on sidewalks or trails, set speed limits, and require helmets for riders under 18 on certain classes. Additionally, the legislation allocates $100,000 to the Department of Transportation to fund a public awareness campaign focused on electric bicycle safety and proper usage.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies e-bike definitions and grants local governments authority to regulate safety, enhancing transportation infrastructure and promoting sustainable mobility options.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1145: Safety Funds for Highway 49 and Eastway Drive.

HB 1145 allocates $2.5 million from the Highway Fund to the North Carolina Department of Transportation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These funds are designated to upgrade utilities and street infrastructure at the intersection of Highway 49 and Eastway Drive. The primary goal of this project is to improve pedestrian safety at this specific location. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $2.5M from the Highway Fund to upgrade infrastructure and improve pedestrian safety, directly funding a public service.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $2.5M to upgrade utilities and infrastructure at a highway intersection to improve pedestrian safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1021: Funds for Pineville Pedestrian Beacon.

This bill allocates $545,588 from the state's General Fund to the Town of Pineville to finance a pedestrian safety project. The funds are designated for constructing a pedestrian hybrid beacon and a crosswalk at the intersection of Highway 51 and Main Street near the town hall. The primary goal of this infrastructure improvement is to enhance pedestrian safety and improve walkability within the community. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026, providing directed grant money specifically for these construction costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to finance a pedestrian safety project, directly increasing funding for public infrastructure and safety services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funds to construct a pedestrian hybrid beacon and crosswalk, directly enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 823: Safe Steps for Greenville Act.

This bill appropriates five million dollars from the state Highway Fund to the City of Greenville for pedestrian safety improvements. The Department of Transportation will distribute these nonrecurring funds for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support infrastructure projects. The law becomes effective on July 1, 2026, enabling the city to implement specific safety measures for pedestrians.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $5M from the Highway Fund to fund pedestrian safety improvements, directly increasing funding for public services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates $5M from Highway Fund to fund pedestrian safety improvements and infrastructure projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 24, 2025

SB 337: Reallocate Civil War and Reconst. Hist Ctr Fnds.

SB 337 redirects unspent funds originally designated for the North Carolina Civil War & Reconstruction History Center to support community services in Cumberland County. Specifically, it reallocates 40% to Fayetteville for mental health programs and pedestrian safety, 30% to Hope Mills for a community center, and 30% to Cumberland County for water infrastructure, youth mental health services, and emergency response equipment. The bill requires the state to return unused funds from prior appropriations to the Office of State Budget and Management for this reallocation, effective July 1, 2025. This changes the original purpose of the funds from a history center project to immediate local infrastructure and health needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects unspent state funds to community services including mental health, infrastructure, and emergency response, reallocating existing appropriations to fund essential public programs.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly allocates 40% to Fayetteville for mental health programs and 30% to Cumberland County for youth mental health services, directly funding healthcare services under the topic description.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates 40% to Fayetteville for pedestrian safety, directly enhancing transportation safety infrastructure within the allocated funds.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Pedestrian Safety

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passed · North Carolina · House Mar 27, 2025

HB 275: Failure to Yield Penalties.

HB 275 increases penalties for drivers who fail to yield the right-of-way to blind or partially blind pedestrians using a white cane (white or red-tipped) or a guide dog. It requires drivers to come to a full stop, leave a clear path, and remain stopped until the pedestrian has crossed at both uncontrolled intersections and signal-controlled crossings where the pedestrian is already moving when lights change. This bill directly affects drivers operating vehicles in North Carolina and blind/partially blind pedestrians using visible signals. The penalty for violating this law becomes a Class 2 misdemeanor, effective December 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for failing to yield to visually impaired pedestrians, enhancing traffic safety at crossings per transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 282: Strategic Transportation Investments Act (STI) Funding/Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvements.

HB 282 amends North Carolina law to clarify that Strategic Transportation Investments (STI) funds can be used for independent bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects, such as bike lanes and sidewalks. It removes previous restrictions that prevented the Department of Transportation from funding such projects, except for specific cases like municipal matching funds for federal projects or projects already scheduled for construction by 2015. The bill directly affects local governments and municipalities seeking to use STI funds for non-vehicle transportation improvements. Key provisions rewrite two statutes to explicitly allow these projects, streamlining funding access for community-led bike and pedestrian initiatives. This change makes it easier for local entities to secure state transportation funds for walking and cycling infrastructure.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRemoves restrictions on STI funds for bike lanes/sidewalks, directly enabling transportation infrastructure funding per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Transportation Funding

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in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 290: Pineville Pedestrian Beacon/Funds.

HB 290 appropriates $545,588 in state funds to the Town of Pineville for a pedestrian hybrid beacon and crosswalk at Hwy 51 and Main St. near Town Hall. The bill directly affects Pineville residents and pedestrians by funding a safety infrastructure project to improve crossing conditions at this specific location. Key provisions include allocating nonrecurring state funds for construction, with the project aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety and walkability in the town. The bill requires no new policy changes but provides targeted financial support for a local infrastructure improvement. It becomes effective July 1, 2025, pending legislative approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $545,588 in state funds for pedestrian infrastructure, directly appropriating budget resources for public safety infrastructure project.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds pedestrian safety infrastructure (beacon/crosswalk) at intersection, directly enhancing transportation safety per bill's purpose and subjects list.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 520: Funds for Pineville Pedestrian Beacon.

SB 520 appropriates $545,588 from North Carolina's General Fund for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to fund a pedestrian hybrid beacon and crosswalk at Pineville Town Hall, specifically at the intersection of Hwy 51 and Main St. The grant is directed to the Town of Pineville to improve pedestrian safety and enhance walkability in the downtown area. This bill provides a one-time funding allocation for a specific infrastructure project, not a new policy or law. The funds will cover construction costs for the safety device and crosswalk, with the project scheduled to begin after the bill's effective date of July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $545k from General Fund for pedestrian safety infrastructure, directly advancing public service funding under budgeting/appropriations.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds pedestrian safety infrastructure (beacon/crosswalk) to improve walkability and safety at a highway intersection, directly advancing transportation safety within transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 645: The Protect Our Schools Act.

SB 645, "The Protect Our Schools Act," requires North Carolina's Department of Transportation to identify "school walk zones" near schools with high pedestrian traffic and set lower speed limits (minimum 20 mph) in those areas during school hours. It increases penalties for speeding in school zones (a $250 fine) or causing injury to a minor (a misdemeanor charge), applying to both public and private schools. The bill creates a $10 million Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Fund to support zone assessments, crosswalk guard training, and public awareness campaigns about school zone safety. These changes directly affect drivers, students, and school communities by strengthening traffic safety measures around schools. The law takes effect on December 1, 2025, with fund allocations beginning July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates $10M Pedestrian Safety Fund for school zones, enhancing school infrastructure and student safety per EDUCATION subject listing and bill title.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires lower speed limits in school zones, increases penalties for violations, and allocates $10M for pedestrian safety enhancements under transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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