Transportation

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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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2025

HR 2391: Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2025

HR 2391 creates a new $7,500 federal tax credit for eligible commercial truck drivers in 2025, increasing to $10,000 for new drivers. To qualify, drivers must hold a Class A commercial driver’s license, operate qualifying tractor-trailers, earn under $135,000 annually (for joint filers), and drive at least 1,900 hours yearly (or average 40 hours weekly). Special rules apply for apprenticeship program participants and drivers with fewer than 1,420 hours. The credit expires after 2026 and adjusts annually for inflation starting in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates targeted tax credit ($7,500-$10,000) for middle-income truck drivers earning under $135k, reducing taxable income and aligning with tax relief support indicators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides direct financial incentives to truck drivers through tax credits, improving compensation and supporting employment in the transportation sector.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides $7,500-$10,000 tax credits for truck drivers to strengthen supply chains, directly supporting transportation workforce stability and infrastructure reliance on commercial freight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Apprenticeships Driver Licensing Freight Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2795: FASTER Act

The FASTER Act repeals a requirement that aviation security fees be deposited into a general Treasury account subject to standard spending rules. Instead, it creates a dedicated account for these fees, allowing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) funds to be spent immediately - without waiting for annual appropriations or being blocked by anti-deficiency laws - to cover security screening costs. This directly affects TSA operations by streamlining funding for screeners and security equipment. The bill makes no new policy changes but removes bureaucratic delays in using aviation security fees as intended.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated TSA fee account for immediate spending on security screening, promoting fiscal efficiency and ensuring timely funding for essential operations without annual appropriations.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds TSA security operations by creating dedicated funding, enhancing transportation safety through streamlined spending for aviation security screening.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 17, 2025

SRES 563: A resolution affirming that the Federal Government should support school district investment in clean school buses.

SRES 563 is a non-binding Senate resolution affirming that the federal government should support school districts in replacing diesel school buses with cleaner alternatives like electric models. It highlights that diesel exhaust - harmful pollutants linked to asthma, missed school days, and long-term health risks for children - directly affects over 30% of U.S. students who ride school buses. The resolution cites bipartisan past efforts, including funding in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to support this transition but does not create new funding or mandates. It serves as a statement of policy preference, not a legislative action.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill advocates federal funding for cleaner school buses, directly improving school infrastructure and student health (reducing asthma/absenteeism), aligning with education infrastructure and access indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes replacing diesel buses with electric models, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence for school transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes electric school buses to reduce diesel emissions (harmful pollutants linked to health issues), directly advancing pollution control and clean energy adoption in environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directly links diesel exhaust to asthma and health risks for students, advocating cleaner buses to protect public health, aligning with healthcare protection goals.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly affirms federal support for replacing diesel school buses with clean alternatives, promoting sustainable transportation and reducing emissions in school bus fleets.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Student Health Electric Vehicles Air Quality Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2025

S 2890: GREEN Streets Act

The GREEN Streets Act (S 2890) requires states and metropolitan areas to establish specific targets for reducing vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions from transportation systems. It mandates that states set minimum standards for decreasing per capita vehicle miles traveled through investments in transit, sidewalks, bike lanes, and land use planning that supports multimodal transportation. States failing to meet these targets must obligate 33% of their federal highway funds toward meeting the targets, with this requirement increasing by 2% annually until targets are achieved. The bill also requires analysis of projects that increase traffic capacity, particularly those affecting environmental justice communities, and establishes new performance measures for transit accessibility and multimodal transportation options.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates emission reductions via transit/bike infrastructure investments, directly reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation - a key energy policy objective.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates emission reductions via transit investments and land use planning, directly advancing climate goals and pollution control.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates investments in transit, sidewalks, bike lanes, and land use planning to reduce emissions and vehicle miles traveled, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Environmental Justice Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House May 1, 2025

HRES 367: Expressing support for the designation of May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month".

HRES 367 is a non-binding House resolution expressing support for designating May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month." It recognizes motorcycles as part of the transportation mix, highlights the motorcycling community's safety efforts, and encourages rider education, proper gear use, and shared road safety for all users. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but symbolically promotes existing safety initiatives like those by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It directly affects the motorcycling community and public awareness efforts, not specific individuals or regulations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes motorcycle safety awareness within transportation safety initiatives, aligning with 'enhances transportation safety' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Sep 19, 2025

HR 5465: GREEN Streets Act

The GREEN Streets Act (HR 5465) requires states and metropolitan planning organizations to establish and meet new performance targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and decreasing vehicle miles traveled on public roads. It mandates that states analyze projects increasing traffic capacity for environmental justice impacts and requires states that miss emissions targets to dedicate specific portions of federal transportation funds to projects like transit expansion, active transportation infrastructure, and transit-oriented development. The bill establishes new definitions for transit accessibility, mode share, and stop distance, and requires covered entities (metropolitan areas with populations over 250,000) to report on progress toward these targets. The legislation aims to shift transportation planning toward more sustainable, equitable, and low-emission infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires emissions targets and directs funds to transit/active transport, reducing vehicle miles traveled and fossil fuel dependence, aligning with clean energy infrastructure goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates emission reduction targets, requires environmental justice analysis, and directs funds to transit/active transportation projects to lower emissions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates federal funds for transit expansion and active transportation when emissions targets are missed, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Environmental Justice Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · United States · House Aug 2, 2025

HR 4847: Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act

HR 4847 extends deadlines for states to advance federally funded emergency highway projects after a declared disaster. It prevents the federal government from requiring projects to move to construction before the end of the sixth fiscal year following either a state governor's emergency declaration or the president's major disaster declaration. States can request up to one year extensions for these deadlines, with additional extensions possible if the state provides justification. The bill also requires the federal government to update and publicly share emergency relief manuals every two years to guide states on handling disaster-related highway projects. This directly affects states managing federal highway emergency funds following disasters.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends deadlines for emergency highway projects, preventing premature construction and ensuring timely completion of federally funded transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding Tags Emergency Management

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