Transportation

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 3, 2026

S 3978: Investments in Rural Transit Act

This bill, titled the Investments in Rural Transit Act, aims to improve funding and administrative support for public transportation in rural areas and on Tribal lands. It increases the Federal operating share for rural transit from 50 percent to 80 percent and allows Tribal transit agencies to receive up to 100 percent Federal funding for eligible projects. The legislation also streamlines how rural and Tribal agencies can purchase vehicles and equipment through cooperative purchasing arrangements and requires the creation of a new Associate Administrator position focused on Tribal transit support. Additionally, the bill mandates a joint report from the Departments of Transportation and Energy on improving the procurement of low-emission vehicles in rural communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal funding share for rural transit from 50% to 80%, directly advancing public transportation budget and fiscal support for essential services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases federal funding for rural and Tribal transit from 50% to 80%, directly strengthening public transportation infrastructure and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Electric Vehicles Public Transit Rail Tags Rural Communities Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7797: Toll Evasion Prevention and Plate Visibility Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Toll Evasion Prevention and Plate Visibility Act of 2026, prohibits the sale of products designed to obscure license plates and bans the sale of counterfeit or altered plates. It gives the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce these rules and allows the Federal Highway Administration to issue guidance on plate design and frames that affect readability. The legislation also establishes a grant program to help states and local agencies develop technology systems to identify vehicles that evade tolls and provides $10 million in funding from 2027 to 2030 for these efforts.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by preventing license plate obscuration and establishing grant programs for technology systems to improve enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7776: Highway Formula Fairness Act

This bill, known as the Highway Formula Fairness Act, changes how federal highway funds are distributed to states starting in fiscal year 2026. It requires that each state receive at least 95 percent of the funds it would normally get based on its share of highway user taxes paid into the Highway Trust Fund. The law uses historical data from 2012 to calculate each state's initial funding share, then adjusts those amounts to ensure states meet the minimum threshold. This change directly affects state transportation budgets and the allocation of federal highway program money.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures states receive at least 95% of highway funds based on user taxes, protecting state budget allocations and fiscal stability for transportation infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill ensures states receive at least 95% of their highway funding based on historical data, protecting and strengthening federal highway program allocations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7772: LIGHT Safety Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to update federal safety standards for vehicle headlamps by setting a maximum brightness limit for low beam lights. The rule must be finalized within one year of the bill's enactment and will measure light intensity in lumens or another approved unit. This change directly affects vehicle manufacturers and drivers by standardizing headlamp brightness to reduce glare on roads. The legislation aims to improve highway and two-lane road safety by limiting how bright headlights can be.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by establishing maximum headlamp brightness standards to reduce glare on roads, directly supporting safer highway and two-lane road operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 16, 2026

S 3929: Air Traffic Situational Awareness Enhancement Act

This bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration to install certified airborne position reference tools at certain air traffic control towers within one year of enactment. It specifically targets contract-operated towers that currently lack Standard Terminal Automation Replacement Systems or similar situational awareness tools. The legislation also mandates the FAA to fund and maintain these systems while establishing training programs for air traffic controllers to ensure proper use of the new technology. Additionally, the bill provides reimbursement for towers that independently purchase these systems before the FAA installs them.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates FAA to install certified airborne position reference tools and fund maintenance, enhancing aviation technology infrastructure and situational awareness.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates FAA to install safety tools at air traffic control towers, enhancing aviation safety and infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 4021: Promoting Reduction of Emissions through Landscaping Equipment Act

This bill creates a federal tax credit for businesses that purchase electric lawn, garden, and landscaping equipment that produces zero emissions. The credit allows eligible businesses to claim 40 percent of the equipment's cost as a tax reduction, with annual limits of $25,000 and a 10-year aggregate cap of $100,000. Covered equipment includes electric-powered mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping tools powered by electricity, batteries, or solar energy, as well as batteries and generators used to charge them. The credit applies to equipment placed in service after December 31, 2024, and expires five years after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a federal tax credit for businesses purchasing zero-emission equipment, directly advancing tax policy and fiscal management through tax incentives.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax credits for zero-emission electric equipment, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in landscaping.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes tax credit for zero-emission equipment, directly reducing pollution and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes adoption of electric technology equipment through tax incentives, advancing clean tech and reducing reliance on fossil fuel-powered machinery.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable transportation by incentivizing zero-emission electric equipment, reducing carbon emissions from landscaping operations.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Electric Vehicles Solar Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Mar 3, 2026

HR 7751: Parks to People Active Transportation Act

This bill, titled the Parks to People Active Transportation Act, directs the U.S. Department of Transportation to create a competitive grant program for building and improving greenway paths that connect communities. Eligible organizations such as state and local governments, regional planning councils, and Indian Tribes can apply for funding to construct hard-surfaced walkways, bikeways, or shared-use paths that cross jurisdictional lines and link to public transit. The program prioritizes projects that reduce vehicle congestion, improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and address disparities in access to jobs, schools, and recreational opportunities for low-income and minority communities. Grants may cover up to 80 percent of project costs, with higher funding levels available for rural areas and communities with high poverty rates, and the legislation authorizes $300 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to support these initiatives.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds greenway paths and active transportation infrastructure, which promotes non-motorized travel, reduces vehicle emissions, and supports environmental conservation through sustainable transportation.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes grant program for greenway paths, walkways, bikeways, and shared-use paths connecting communities and linking to public transit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Public Transit

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 4090: Protecting Access to American Products Act

This bill creates a formal process for temporarily waiving coastwise endorsement requirements for vessels transporting goods between U.S. ports. It allows agencies to grant waivers when no suitable product carriers are available and the applicant has made a good faith effort to find one. The bill sets specific timelines for agency responses, requires detailed explanations for denied requests, and mandates notifications to Congress within 48 hours of any waiver request or issuance. This legislation primarily affects shipping companies and logistics operators who need to move goods across U.S. waters but lack vessels meeting standard coastwise regulations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill facilitates goods transportation between ports by allowing temporary waivers of coastwise endorsement requirements, improving logistics efficiency.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 3950: SAFER Transport Act

This bill, known as the SAFER Transport Act, aims to combat freight fraud and theft by amending federal transportation laws. It establishes a new advisory committee to gather input from various industry stakeholders on reducing fraud and theft, and requires the Department of Transportation and Department of Justice to create a memorandum of understanding for better coordination on these issues. The bill also mandates the phase-out of MC numbers in favor of USDOT numbers for registration, strengthens state licensing requirements for commercial drivers to verify work authorization, and introduces automated systems to flag suspicious registration activity. Additional provisions include stricter enforcement of cabotage laws, reimbursement for certain victims of freight theft, and new criminal penalties for submitting fraudulent certifications.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill aims to combat freight fraud and theft, enhancing transportation security and safety through regulatory improvements and interagency coordination.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7839: Safe SPEEDS Act

This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to create a safety standard that classifies and labels electric bicycles and off-road electric devices sold in the United States. The Commission must analyze past crash data, consult with manufacturers and safety experts, and establish clear definitions for different device types along with minimum age recommendations. Manufacturers will be required to permanently label their products with classification details, motor power, maximum speed, and age limits, while sales of misclassified or modified devices will be prohibited. The bill also authorizes funding for grants to help law enforcement and other agencies collect safety data and provides for ongoing analysis of accidents and injuries related to these devices.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes safety standards and labeling requirements for electric bicycles, protecting consumers and promoting responsible technology use through regulation and safety guidelines.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by establishing clear classification and labeling standards for electric bicycles, reducing confusion and improving road safety for all users.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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