Transportation - Consolidated Transportation Program - Prioritization (Transportation Investment Priorities Act of 2026)

SB 62 requires Maryland’s Department of Transportation to create a scoring system evaluating major surface transportation projects against state goals, such as safety and economic impact. Projects must undergo this scoring to be included in the state’s Consolidated Transportation Program, directly affecting local governments, transit agencies, and metropolitan planning organizations that submit project proposals. The bill mandates the Department publish project scores and recommended projects, altering how transportation funds are allocated. It also updates the Maryland Transportation Commission’s structure and responsibilities to align with this new prioritization process.