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Transportation across the country

Every transportation bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

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119
last 12 weeks
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United States
61 bills
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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jul 31, 2026

H 5635: Amendment H.5635

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire permanent easements from the Andover Conservation Commission for highway construction purposes. The acquisition involves specific land parcels totaling approximately 704 square feet, which will be used for installing guy wires, removing guardrails, and applying special slope paving on a bridge over the Pan MA Railroad. The state agency is required to cover all costs associated with engineering, surveys, appraisals, and deed preparation for this transfer. The legislation is designated as an emergency law to allow for immediate action related to public safety and convenience.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes MassDOT to acquire easements for highway construction, bridge maintenance, and safety improvements like guardrails and paving.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Bridges Rail Roads & Highways
signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 7, 2026

H 5640: An Act authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes

This bill authorizes the town of Hingham to transfer specific parcels of land, including areas currently used for parks and recreation, to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for highway construction. To offset this loss, the town must dedicate approximately eight acres of municipal land to its conservation commission under state environmental protections. Additionally, the transportation department is required to pay the town at least 110 percent of the appraised fair market value of the transferred lands, with these funds restricted to a dedicated land conservation fund. The legislation also mandates that an inspector general review the property appraisals and report findings to legislative committees before the land transfer is finalized.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes land transfer to the Department of Transportation specifically for highway construction, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Roads & Highways
in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10102: Data Center Community Reinvestment Act of 2026

The Data Center Community Reinvestment Act of 2026 imposes a federal excise tax of one cent per kilowatt-hour on electricity consumed by data centers with a peak power load exceeding one megawatt. The revenue generated from this tax is divided equally among five specific government funds: the Land and Water Conservation Fund, the Housing Trust Fund, the Hazardous Substance Superfund, the Highway Trust Fund, and a newly established Energy Technology Trust Fund. This legislation directly affects large-scale data center operators by adding a cost to their energy usage, while directing the collected funds toward infrastructure, environmental cleanup, housing, and energy technology initiatives.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill imposes a new federal excise tax on data centers, which is a direct increase in taxation rather than a reduction or relief.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill explicitly directs 20% of tax revenue to the Housing Trust Fund, which supports affordable housing development, thereby advancing the topic.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directs one-fifth of tax revenue to the Highway Trust Fund, which directly funds transportation infrastructure projects.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Sales Tax Housing Finance Roads & Highways Transportation Funding
Andrea Salinas (D)
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5311: Cabin Air Safety Act of 2026

The Cabin Air Safety Act of 2026 mandates that commercial airlines install real-time air quality monitoring equipment on their aircraft to detect engine oil or hydraulic fluid fumes, while also requiring annual safety training for pilots, flight attendants, and mechanics. The bill establishes a standardized reporting system for these events, allowing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to investigate incidents where medical attention is required and to share aggregated data with the public through a searchable website. Additionally, it requires aircraft manufacturers to include procedures for responding to air quality alerts in their flight manuals and directs the FAA to continue researching technologies that prevent cabin air contamination.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill enhances aviation safety through mandatory air quality monitoring and training, directly strengthening transportation infrastructure standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Airports
Richard Blumenthal (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5264: Bus Operator Safety and Security Act

The Bus Operator Safety and Security Act requires that new fixed route buses purchased with specific federal funds be equipped with protective barriers separating the driver's area from passengers. This mandate applies to buses at least 30 feet long with a useful life of 10 years or more, excluding those funded under section 5311. The required barrier must extend from the floor to the ceiling and fully enclose the workstation to prevent unauthorized entry by people, fluids, or objects while maintaining the driver's line of sight. This requirement takes effect two years after enactment, unless a labor organization representing the majority of frontline workers agrees to waive it for that specific purchase.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates protective barriers in buses to prevent unauthorized entry, directly improving workplace safety for bus operators.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill mandates protective barriers on public transit buses to enhance driver safety, directly strengthening transportation safety standards.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Public Transit
Jack Reed (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5215: Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act

The Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act extends federal tax credits for purchasing clean vehicles and installing charging equipment through 2031, while also allowing a higher credit amount for home charging installations. It establishes a new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to coordinate federal efforts on electric vehicle infrastructure and creates an Electric Vehicle Commission to study industry needs and safety issues. The legislation authorizes billions in funding to expand charging networks, with specific requirements that states prioritize underserved communities and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, the bill mandates that electric vehicle charging stations be permitted on public curbsides and expands access to high-occupancy vehicle lanes for clean vehicles.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends federal tax credits and authorizes billions in funding for clean vehicle infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal support for transportation programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly supporting renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly promoting clean energy and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds EV infrastructure and creates commissions to study industry needs, advancing clean transportation technology.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles, funds charging infrastructure, and creates new offices to coordinate transportation efforts.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Procurement Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles
Catherine Cortez Masto (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 3, 2026

HR 10033: AV Emergency Response Coordination Act

The AV Emergency Response Coordination Act requires manufacturers and operators of autonomous vehicles to provide emergency responders with detailed guides and rescue sheets detailing how to safely interact with these vehicles during incidents. These documents must outline procedures for communicating with the vehicle, assessing its operational status, accessing occupants, and recovering data, and they must be submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and made publicly available online. The bill also mandates that autonomous vehicle operators maintain a 24/7 hotline for emergency coordination and comply with geofence notices issued by government agencies to restrict vehicle movement in specific areas during emergencies. Furthermore, the Administrator is tasked with establishing uniform standards for emergency response procedures within two years, after which compliance with these standards becomes mandatory for operating or selling autonomous vehicles on public roads.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates safety protocols and data access procedures for autonomous vehicles, enhancing public safety and emergency response capabilities.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating emergency response guides for autonomous vehicles, improving responder interaction and occupant recovery.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Autonomous Vehicles Roads & Highways Traffic Safety Tags Emergency Management Public Safety
Kevin Mullin (D)
in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HJRES 212: Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Car Program; Reconsideration of a Previous Withdrawal of a Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding California's Advanced Clean Car Program. If passed, the measure would nullify the EPA's decision to reconsider a previous withdrawal of a waiver that allowed California to set stricter vehicle emission standards than the federal government. The bill directly affects the automotive industry and state regulators by preventing the implementation of these new, state-specific pollution controls. Essentially, it aims to stop the EPA from enforcing a rule that would have expanded California's authority to regulate vehicle emissions.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill overturns EPA rule allowing California stricter vehicle emission standards, weakening clean air regulations and limiting state ability to promote cleaner energy vehicles.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill overturns EPA rule allowing stricter state emission standards, weakening environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts state ability to set stricter vehicle emission standards, weakening environmental regulations affecting transportation.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration
August Pfluger (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5224: Runway SAFE-T Act

The Runway SAFE-T Act establishes a task force to study and recommend improvements for driver training programs at airports, ensuring that ground vehicle operators receive consistent and modern safety instruction. Additionally, the bill authorizes federal grants from 2027 to 2031 to help airports purchase advanced technologies, such as sensors and simulation systems, that enhance situational awareness and reduce vehicle-related safety incidents on airport runways and taxiways. These grants are intended to assist airport sponsors in overcoming barriers like cost and workforce availability while prioritizing projects tailored to specific airport layouts and safety needs.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill authorizes federal grants to purchase advanced technologies like sensors and simulation systems to enhance airport safety.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a task force for driver training and authorizes federal grants to fund advanced safety technologies for airport ground vehicles, directly enhancing transportation safety.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Airports
Jerry Moran (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 3, 2026

HR 10019: Incentivizing Value Capture for Greener Transportation Act

The Incentivizing Value Capture for Greener Transportation Act establishes a federal program to help states and local governments develop strategies for funding public transit through value capture, which involves collecting a portion of the increased economic value generated by government infrastructure investments. To receive grants under this program, recipients must demonstrate that their plans will increase transit ridership and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, vehicle miles traveled, and traffic congestion while maintaining existing funding levels for these initiatives. The legislation also requires that construction projects funded by these grants adhere to prevailing wage standards and mandates an evaluation of the program's effectiveness three years after funding is received. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to create voluntary best practices for value capture and publish a report on existing state and local laws that successfully promote affordable transit-oriented development.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled via transit funding, directly supporting energy efficiency and clean energy goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled through public transit funding.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes federal grants to fund public transit, increase ridership, and reduce emissions through value capture mechanisms.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Climate Change Electric Vehicles Public Transit Transportation Funding
Mark DeSaulnier (D)
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