Transportation (Roads & Highways)

in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 6642: ROUTE Act

The ROUTE Act allows drivers aged 18 to 20 who hold a commercial driver's license (CDL) limited to intrastate driving to operate commercial vehicles in interstate commerce within a 150-mile radius of their regular work location. To qualify, drivers must return to their work location within 14 consecutive hours of departure, have at least 10 hours off duty between shifts, and maintain their work location within the same state as their intrastate CDL. This bill directly affects young truck drivers seeking expanded work opportunities while maintaining existing CDL restrictions. It creates a limited interstate pathway without changing the requirement for an intrastate CDL.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllows young CDL holders to operate interstate within safety conditions (14-hour limit, 10-hour rest), enhancing transportation safety standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Freight Roads & Highways

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passed · United States · Senate May 13, 2025

SRES 222: A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month".

This Senate resolution (SRES 222) symbolically designates May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month" to promote safety awareness among all road users. It encourages rider education, proper gear use, and shared roadway responsibility, recognizing motorcycles' role in transportation and the need to reduce motorcyclist fatalities. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally supports existing safety efforts by the motorcycling community and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It directly affects public awareness and serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage safer road practices.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes motorcycle safety awareness and rider education, aligning with transportation safety goals through symbolic support without new funding or regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 19, 2025

S 2917: Safety Funding Parity Adjustment Act of 2025

The Safety Funding Parity Adjustment Act of 2025 requires the Transportation Secretary to adjust federal highway safety funding between two specific programs before distributing funds each fiscal year. If the increase in funding for Program A (section 402) is not at least four times the increase for Program B (section 405), funds must be transferred from Program B to Program A to achieve that 4:1 ratio. This mechanism ensures Program A receives a disproportionately larger funding boost relative to Program B when their increases don't meet the 4:1 threshold. The bill directly affects how federal highway safety funds are allocated to states and local governments through these two programs. It takes effect October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates 4:1 funding ratio favoring highway safety program (402), directly advancing transportation safety funding through mandatory adjustments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Apr 24, 2025

HR 2992: To amend title 23, United States Code, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act with respect to vehicle roadside crashes, work zone safety, and for other purposes.

This bill updates highway safety laws to better protect people involved in roadside incidents and work zones. It expands definitions to include "occupants and pedestrians associated with disabled vehicles" in safety programs and requires collecting data on roadside deaths and work zone fatalities. The bill creates two new working groups - one focused on disabled vehicle crashes and another on work zone safety - to analyze data, develop solutions, and share best practices with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It also mandates annual reports from the Federal Highway Administration on how states use work zone safety funds, including spending details and effectiveness. These changes directly affect drivers, pedestrians, construction workers, and emergency responders by improving data collection and safety planning.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill enhances work zone safety for workers via expanded definitions, data collection on fatalities, and dedicated safety working groups, directly improving workplace safety standards.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands safety definitions, mandates data collection on roadside/work zone fatalities, and creates working groups to improve highway safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1892: Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2025

HR 1892 establishes a federal grant program to fund wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the U.S. The program, authorized with $250 million, provides competitive grants (capped at $25 million per project) to states, transit agencies, and other eligible entities to build or improve wireless charging systems for vehicles - prioritizing fleets (like buses and trucks), underserved communities, and projects that reduce range anxiety. Grants cover up to 80% of project costs, require adherence to Davis-Bacon wage standards, and mandate Buy America rules for equipment. This directly affects local governments and transit providers implementing EV charging networks while aiming to expand EV adoption through accessible, grid-friendly infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds wireless EV charging infrastructure ($250M grants), directly advancing clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through EV infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds wireless EV charging infrastructure to promote electric vehicle adoption, reducing transportation emissions and supporting clean energy transition.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds wireless EV charging infrastructure via $250M grants, advancing EV technology and infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds wireless EV charging infrastructure via $250M grant program, directly advancing transportation infrastructure investment and sustainable transit goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Telecommunications Autonomous Vehicles Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jan 17, 2026

HR 7143: Roadside Pollinator Program Amendments Act

This bill amends a federal program to promote pollinator-friendly vegetation along roadsides and highway rights-of-way. It expands eligibility to include 501(c)(3) nonprofits managing such projects and requires consultation with the Fish and Wildlife Service before finalizing plans. The bill increases annual funding from $150,000 to $500,000 for program administration and raises the annual funding cap for projects from $2 million to $5 million (for fiscal years 2026-2031). These changes directly affect state transportation departments, federal land agencies, and qualifying nonprofit organizations managing roadside vegetation. The key policy shift is broadening partnership opportunities while increasing funding and clarifying consultation requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases annual funding caps for program administration ($150k→$500k) and projects ($2M→$5M), directly advancing fiscal support for environmental initiatives within government spending.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands pollinator habitat programs, increases funding for conservation projects, requires Fish and Wildlife consultation, and directly advances pollinator protection as environmental conservation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly enhances highway rights-of-way management with increased funding ($500k admin, $5M project cap) for pollinator projects along transportation infrastructure, aligning with sustainable transportation infrastructure support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Lands Wildlife Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jun 5, 2025

HR 3712: Complete Streets Act of 2025

The Complete Streets Act of 2025 requires states to establish programs that help local governments, transit agencies, Tribal governments, and other eligible entities design and build transportation infrastructure accommodating all users - including pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and people with disabilities. States must provide technical assistance and grants for complete streets projects, with funding coming from 5% of transportation funds apportioned to each state. The bill establishes new design standards requiring protected bike lanes, accessible sidewalks, and appropriate lighting for many road projects, with compliance required for certain new construction and reconstruction projects on Federal-aid highways within metropolitan areas. It also mandates that states develop "complete streets prioritization plans" focusing on improving safety, mobility, and accessibility, particularly in underserved communities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentComplete streets promote sustainable transportation, reduce vehicle emissions, and encourage walking/cycling, supporting environmental goals.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates 5% of state transportation funds for complete streets projects, funding infrastructure accommodating pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, promoting inclusive transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 8, 2025

S 2991: Connor’s Law

Connor’s Law (S 2991) requires commercial motor vehicle operators (like truck and bus drivers) to read and speak English well enough to converse with the public, understand English highway signs, respond to officials, and complete reports. It amends federal law to add this language requirement as a condition for operating commercial vehicles. Drivers found noncompliant by enforcement officers would be immediately declared "out of service" (removed from driving). The bill directly affects commercial drivers nationwide who operate vehicles under federal regulations. It does not change existing out-of-service rules for other safety violations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires English proficiency for safety compliance (understanding signs/responding to officials), advancing workplace safety standards under Labor & Employment.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires English proficiency for commercial drivers to ensure safety via clear communication and sign comprehension, enhancing transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 3629: Transportation Project Accountability Act of 2026

This bill requires states to publicly report annually on major transportation projects (costing over $10 million) included in their statewide transportation plans. States must publish online reports detailing each project's score based on how well it meets state performance goals and national transportation targets, along with projected benefits, selection reasons, and geographic coordinates. The reports must also explain the metrics used to calculate project scores. These requirements apply to all states implementing qualifying projects, aiming to increase transparency and tie project selection to measurable outcomes. The law mandates these reports start one year after enactment and continue annually.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates public reporting on transportation project performance, enhancing accountability and transparency in infrastructure management per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2025

S 2895: Surface Transportation Weather Safety Gap Analysis Act of 2025

This bill mandates a joint study by the Comptroller General and the Transportation Secretary to examine weather-related safety gaps in surface transportation (roads, highways, etc.). The study will evaluate federal programs, state/local practices, emergency response, technology barriers, and cost-benefit analyses related to weather impacts on transportation safety. It specifically assesses whether current efforts reduce crashes, reach rural areas, and support real-time traveler alerts. The study must be completed within two years of enactment, with findings and recommendations reported to Congress. This is a procedural study bill focused on identifying gaps, not implementing new policies.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates study to identify weather-related safety gaps in surface transportation, aiming to improve safety outcomes through evaluation of current programs and emergency response.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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