Transportation (Transportation Funding)

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 16, 2026

S 5407: Visionary Intersections Modernization Act

The Visionary Intersections Modernization Act amends federal transportation law to allow funds from the Surface Transportation Block Grant program to be used for building roundabouts. This change directly affects state and local governments that manage road infrastructure by adding a new eligible project type to their funding options. The bill does not mandate the construction of specific intersections but rather expands the categories of work that can receive federal financial support under existing grant programs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill expands eligible uses for Surface Transportation Block Grant funds to include building roundabouts, directly supporting transportation infrastructure development and modernization.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Sep 21, 2026

HR 10511: Lower Commuting Costs Act of 2026

The Lower Commuting Costs Act of 2026 creates a new tax deduction for individuals who pay for travel between their home and workplace or for business purposes that are not reimbursed by an employer. This deduction is classified as "above-the-line," meaning taxpayers can claim it without itemizing their deductions, which directly benefits workers who currently bear these costs out of pocket. The bill sets a maximum annual deduction limit of $4,080 for single filers and twice that amount for married couples filing jointly, with the cap adjusted for inflation in years after 2026. To simplify compliance, the law requires the Treasury Department to issue guidance that may reduce the documentation burden for standard commuting expenses, while also preventing taxpayers from claiming other tax benefits for the same travel costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new above-the-line tax deduction for commuting costs, directly providing tax relief to individuals and thus advancing the topic of Budget & Taxes by impacting government revenue and individual fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill creates a new tax deduction for commuting costs, directly benefiting workers by reducing their out-of-pocket expenses related to employment, thus advancing their financial well-being.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill provides a tax deduction for commuting and business travel costs, which indirectly supports transportation by making it more affordable for individuals, thus encouraging its use.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10434: Empower Energy Exporting Communities Act

The Empower Energy Exporting Communities Act creates a new trust fund within the U.S. Treasury to support local infrastructure and public services in areas affected by energy exports. The fund is financed by appropriating 3 percent of net revenues collected from major oil and gas companies under existing tax laws. Eligible recipients include counties, municipalities, parishes, or Tribal communities located within 50 miles of a major port used for exporting oil, gas, or related products. Funding distributed to each port region is capped based on that region's share of total nationwide energy exports, ensuring allocations reflect local export activity levels.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new trust fund financed by existing tax revenues from oil and gas companies to support local infrastructure and public services in energy-exporting communities, directly impacting government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill creates a trust fund to support communities impacted by energy exports, specifically oil and gas. While it doesn't directly promote energy production, it supports the infrastructure and public services of communities involved in energy ex...75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill creates a trust fund to support local infrastructure, including transportation infrastructure, in communities affected by energy exports.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Ports Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10241: I–47 Future Interstate Act of 2026

The I-47 Future Interstate Act of 2026 designates a specific stretch of United States Route 287 as a high-priority transportation corridor. This route runs from State Highway 87 in Port Arthur, Texas, to United States Route 89 in Choteau, Montana. The bill formally assigns the number I-47 to this designated path within the national interstate highway system.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a specific route as a high-priority transportation corridor within the national interstate system, directly advancing highway infrastructure planning.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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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

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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

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 5203: TURBO Act

The TURBO Act expands tax-exempt financing options for specific transportation projects to encourage investment in urban transit and freight infrastructure. It directly affects state and local governments issuing bonds to fund these initiatives by raising the maximum borrowing limit for highway and freight transfer facilities from $30 billion to $45 billion. Additionally, the bill allows tax-exempt bonds to be used for purchasing rolling stock like trains and permits high-speed intercity rail projects to have a maximum speed limit of 110 miles per hour instead of 150. These changes apply to any bonds issued after the law is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases borrowing limits and expands tax-exempt financing to fund transportation infrastructure, directly strengthening state/local budgets and public services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands tax-exempt financing and borrowing limits to fund urban transit, freight infrastructure, and rolling stock purchases.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Procurement Rail Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 9235: Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act of 2026

The Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act of 2026 requires federal transportation planning documents to identify infrastructure vulnerable to frequent natural disasters. Specifically, it mandates that both metropolitan and statewide plans list which facilities are at risk, which are critical for maintaining operations during or after a disaster, and what improvements are needed to keep them running. This change directly affects transportation planners and agencies responsible for creating these regional and state-level plans. By adding these specific identification steps to existing laws, the bill aims to ensure that disaster resilience is a formal part of transportation planning.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens disaster resilience in infrastructure, reducing environmental damage from climate events and natural disasters.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates identification of vulnerable infrastructure and required improvements to maintain operations during disasters, directly strengthening transportation resilience.95% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · House May 14, 2026

HR 8835: Streamlined Apportionment, Flexibility, and Efficiency Transit Act

This bill, known as the Streamlined Apportionment, Flexibility, and Efficiency Transit Act, aims to reduce administrative burdens on public transit agencies by simplifying federal funding rules. Key provisions include requiring faster distribution of certain urban transit funds, extending the availability period for bus purchases from three to five years, and allowing agencies to retain leftover funds for future capital projects if they provide a specific certification. The legislation also directs the Department of Transportation to minimize documentation for environmental reviews, encourage early talks with historic preservation offices, and conduct a review to cut or combine unnecessary reporting requirements. Additionally, it modifies the triennial review process for transit grants to focus primarily on past deficiencies and randomly sample compliance in only up to five categories. These changes collectively seek to make federal oversight more efficient and less time-consuming for transit operators.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill streamlines federal funding rules and extends availability periods for transit purchases, effectively strengthening and facilitating public transit budget management.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill reduces administrative burdens, speeds fund distribution, and extends bus purchase availability for public transit agencies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9041: America Bikes Act

The America Bikes Act expands federal funding and flexibility for building and improving infrastructure for walking and bicycling, primarily affecting state and local transportation agencies. It allows the federal government to cover up to 100% of project costs for specific safety improvements and creates a new competitive grant program to fund large-scale networks connecting communities, schools, and workplaces. The legislation also introduces a new grant program to help integrate bicycle facilities with public transit systems and provides tax breaks for employers who reimburse employees for bicycle commuting expenses. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Transportation to update safety guidelines for schools and set aside dedicated funding for active transportation projects on federal and tribal lands.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for walking and bicycling infrastructure, directly advancing the budget topic.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes non-motorized transport to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution, aligning with environmental protection goals.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly expands federal funding and flexibility for walking and bicycling infrastructure, directly strengthening transportation networks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Transportation Funding

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