Transportation

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 26, 2025

HR 173: A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to establish the National Infrastructure Bank.

HR 173 is a non-binding resolution urging Congress to establish a National Infrastructure Bank. It does not create new laws or funding but formally requests Congress take action to create this bank, which would provide financing for infrastructure projects. The resolution directly affects Congress itself, as it calls on the legislative body to initiate this specific action. This is a procedural measure with no immediate policy impact, as it only expresses a recommendation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges creation of National Infrastructure Bank to fund transportation infrastructure projects, directly advocating for increased investment in transportation systems.95% confidence

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 28, 2025

HB 1295: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for general requirements for school buses; and, in size, weight and load, further providing for width of vehicles.

HB 1295 allows Pennsylvania school buses to install extended stop signal arms on the left side, with specific size limits: the front extension cannot exceed 78 inches from the vehicle's left side (minimum 36 inches above ground), and the rear extension cannot exceed 32 inches (also minimum 36 inches above ground). These extensions must include flashing red lights and are permitted only when the bus is stopped for loading or unloading students. The bill permits these extended arms to temporarily exceed standard vehicle width limits during such stops. The Department of Transportation will create implementing regulations for this change, which takes effect in 60 days.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances school bus safety with extended stop arms and flashing lights during student loading/unloading, directly improving vehicle safety regulations in transportation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 16, 2025

SB 795: An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally), 66 (Public Utilities) and 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in transportation network companies, providing for excise fee; in transportation network service, providing for excise fee; and, in sustainable mobility options, further providing for fund.

SB 795 imposes a new fee on transportation network companies (like Uber or Lyft) operating in Pennsylvania. Companies must pay 4.6% of total ride fares in Philadelphia (a city of the first class) and 6% elsewhere, remitted quarterly to the Public Transportation Trust Fund. These fees will directly fund transportation programs, including operating costs for public transit systems, as specified in the bill’s fund allocation provisions. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 4.6-6% excise fee on ride-share companies to fund public transit operations via Public Transportation Trust Fund, directly advancing transportation program funding.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationImposes fees on ride-sharing companies (Uber/Lyft) to fund public transit operations via the Public Transportation Trust Fund, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Transportation Funding

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 291: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, further providing for additional parking regulations.

HB 291, also known as "Susan's and Emily's Law," updates Pennsylvania's parking rules to better protect pedestrians and cyclists. It requires vehicles parked next to pedestrian plazas or bike lanes to position their wheels within 12 inches of the buffer zone between the lane and curb, aligned with traffic flow. The bill also clarifies disability parking rules, allowing local governments to restrict access to specific vehicles or license plates and charge reasonable fees while complying with federal disability law. Violations of the new pedestrian/bike lane parking rules carry a $15 fine, while disability parking violations can result in fines of $50-$300.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 291 enhances transportation safety by mandating parking alignment near bike lanes/pedestrian zones to protect cyclists/pedestrians, directly aligning with safety indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Vehicle Registration

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signed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 27, 2025

HB 1338: An Act making appropriations from the Philadelphia Taxicab and Limousine Regulatory Fund to the Philadelphia Parking Authority for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

HB 1338 allocates funding from the Philadelphia Taxicab and Limousine Regulatory Fund to the Philadelphia Parking Authority for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. This provides dedicated financial support to the Parking Authority using revenue generated by the taxicab and limousine industry. The bill is a routine budget allocation, not a policy change, and was signed into law on June 27, 2025.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates taxicab/limo fund revenue to Parking Authority for infrastructure maintenance, a routine funding mechanism supporting transportation operations.85% confidence

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 25, 2025

HB 1819: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.

HB 1819 amends Pennsylvania's vehicle inspection requirements under Title 75 of the Consolidated Statutes. It updates the rules for when vehicles must undergo periodic safety and emissions inspections. The bill directly affects all vehicle owners in Pennsylvania who are required to have their vehicles inspected regularly. Key provisions specify the revised schedule and procedures for these mandatory inspections, aiming to modernize the existing system. The bill is currently in the Transportation committee for review.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentUpdates vehicle emissions inspection requirements to modernize testing, directly reducing vehicle pollution per bill's emissions focus.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationUpdates vehicle safety/emissions inspection requirements to modernize system, enhancing transportation safety standards under PA's vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 990: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers of department and local authorities, providing for restrictions of motor vehicles based on power source prohibited.

SB 990 prohibits Pennsylvania state agencies and local governments from restricting the use, purchase, or sale of motor vehicles based on their power source (e.g., electric, hybrid, or gasoline). This directly affects vehicle owners, dealers, and local governments that might have considered implementing such restrictions. The bill adds a new section to vehicle law stating that no political subdivision may impose these restrictions, though it does not affect rules for government-owned fleets. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProhibits restrictions on electric/hybrid vehicles, removing barriers for renewable energy adoption in transportation and aligning with clean energy infrastructure goals.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentProhibits restrictions on gasoline vehicles, preventing local emissions-reducing policies and weakening environmental protections for cleaner transportation.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits restrictions on vehicle power sources, enabling electric/hybrid adoption and aligning with sustainable transportation goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 14, 2025

HB 1725: An Act amending the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law, further providing for eligibility for receipt of funds relating to recycled asphalt in mixed use design on road or street maintenance.

HB 1725 amends Pennsylvania's Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law to expand eligibility for road maintenance funds. It specifically allows municipalities to receive allocations for using recycled asphalt in "mixed use design" projects, meaning roads or streets that combine recycled asphalt with other materials during maintenance. This directly affects local governments managing public roadways who currently use or plan to use recycled asphalt in their maintenance work. The bill changes the funding criteria to include these mixed-use asphalt applications, providing clearer access to tax-generated road maintenance funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands eligibility for existing municipal road maintenance funds under liquid fuels tax allocation, enabling broader use of allocated resources for infrastructure projects.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands municipal funding eligibility for road maintenance using recycled asphalt, promoting sustainable infrastructure under transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 28, 2025

HB 1824: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers of department and local authorities, providing for covered bridge warning signs.

HB 1824 requires Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation and local authorities to install warning signs on roads approaching covered bridges. It directly affects drivers traveling on roads near covered bridges and local governments responsible for road signage. The bill amends the state vehicle code (Title 75) to mandate these specific warning signs as a safety measure. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 3 sentences as required.)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates safety warning signs for covered bridges, directly enhancing road safety standards under transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Sep 9, 2025

HB 1854: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for designation of snowmobile and ATV roads.

HB 1854 would amend Pennsylvania's vehicle code to establish a formal process for designating specific public roads as snowmobile and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) routes. It directly affects snowmobile and ATV operators who use public roads, as well as local authorities responsible for road maintenance and safety. The bill creates clear procedures for local governments to identify, mark, and maintain designated routes while ensuring they meet safety standards. This aims to provide legal clarity for riders and reduce conflicts on non-designated roads.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes safety-compliant routes for snowmobiles/ATVs, enhancing road safety standards under transportation infrastructure85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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