Transportation

in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8410: Safe Tracks Act

The Safe Tracks Act requires the Secretary of Transportation to update federal regulations within 30 days of enactment to apply specific safety standards to centralized computer-aided train-dispatching systems and centralized traffic control boards. This change directly affects existing and future deployments of these automated train control technologies used by railroads. The bill mandates that these systems comply with the safety requirements outlined in subpart H of part 236 of the Code of Federal Regulations, which covers critical safety protocols for train operations. By updating the regulatory framework, the legislation aims to ensure consistent safety oversight across all centralized train dispatching infrastructure.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates safety standards for automated train control systems, enhancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2026

S 4488: Safe Bus Routes to School Act

The Safe Bus Routes to School Act directs federal transportation funds toward improving safety for students traveling to and from school. It allows states to use money for building safer sidewalks, crossing areas, and bus stops, as well as for running public awareness campaigns and traffic education programs. Additionally, the bill ensures that these safety projects are included in the list of eligible uses for federal highway improvement grants. This legislation directly affects local education agencies and state transportation departments by expanding their ability to fund infrastructure and educational initiatives that protect students on school bus routes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs federal funds to improve student safety on routes to school, enhancing educational access and infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs federal funds to improve transportation safety infrastructure like sidewalks and bus stops.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8307: Responder and Recovery Safety in EV Fires Act

The Responder and Recovery Safety in EV Fires Act establishes an Electric Vehicle Fire Response Working Group under the Secretary of Transportation. This group, composed of emergency responders, towing professionals, automotive manufacturers, and federal agencies, will continuously review risks and best practices related to electric vehicle (EV) fires. Its key functions include issuing updated guidance for responding to EV fires and reporting roadside EV fire incidents to a national database. These efforts aim to enhance safety and improve response protocols for EV fire incidents, directly affecting those involved in roadside emergency response and recovery.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes working group to improve EV fire response safety and create national database, enhancing transportation safety standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8267: SAFER Transport Act

The SAFER Transport Act aims to combat freight fraud and theft and enhance regulatory integrity for motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and commercial drivers. It phases out the use of MC numbers, mandating a unified USDOT number system with new provisions to detect fraudulent activity and withhold or revoke registrations for felony convictions or material misrepresentations. The bill also establishes an advisory committee and inter-agency coordination to address freight theft, while strengthening commercial driver's license (CDL) requirements for non-citizens and increasing oversight of

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens regulatory integrity and fraud detection in freight, reducing criminal activity and protecting industry from theft through enhanced oversight and revocation of fraudulent registrations.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety and regulatory integrity for motor carriers and drivers, strengthening the transportation system.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Freight

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8348: To amend title 23, United States Code, with respect to the amounts States are guaranteed under the highway apportionment formula, and for other purposes.

This bill amends federal law concerning the distribution of highway funds to states. It establishes a new minimum funding guarantee, ensuring that each state receives at least 0.5 percent of the total funds allocated through the federal highway apportionment formula. This change provides a baseline level of federal funding for state highway programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal highway funding guarantees to states, strengthening state budget capacity for infrastructure programs.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases federal highway funding guarantees to states, directly strengthening transportation infrastructure investment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8399: STAR Act

The STAR Act (HR 8399) aims to remove certain restrictions on how federal transit funds can be used. Specifically, it amends sections of title 49, United States Code, related to federal transit programs. The bill strikes provisions that currently prohibit the use of federal funds for acquiring transit rolling stock manufactured outside the United States and for constructing bus revenue vehicles by manufacturers not established in the U

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill removes restrictions on federal transit funds, allowing broader use for transit rolling stock and vehicle construction, which supports public transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Rail Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HRES 1194: Recognizing April 2026 as "Distracted Driving Awareness Month" and promoting efforts to help prevent tragic and preventable crashes, deaths, and injuries caused by distracted driving.

This resolution supports the recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The resolution also supports the efforts of the Department of Transportation, state and local governments, and state and local law enforcement to prevent and stop distracted driving.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes distracted driving awareness and supports DOT efforts to prevent crashes, enhancing transportation safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8308: CERTAIN Act

The CERTAIN Act aims to expedite federal permitting and environmental reviews for infrastructure projects by imposing strict timelines on federal agencies. It limits an agency's ability to revoke existing project authorizations unless specific conditions are met, such as a court order or immediate harm. The bill mandates deadlines for agencies to process applications, determine completeness, and conduct environmental reviews, with routine authorizations automatically approved if agencies miss their deadlines.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expedites federal permitting for infrastructure projects, which facilitates energy infrastructure development and reduces regulatory delays.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill expedites permitting and limits agency ability to revoke authorizations, weakening environmental review protections and reducing oversight on environmental impacts.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expedites permitting and environmental reviews for infrastructure projects, directly advancing transportation development and reducing regulatory delays.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 7011: Under Pressure Act

This bill, the "Under Pressure Act," directs the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to prepare a report for Congress within 18 months of its enactment. The report must detail the rate and causes of rail tank car pressure relief device failures during derailments, including specific information like the presence of fire, its temperature and duration, and the device's compatibility and thermal protection. It also requires the FRA to provide recommendations to prevent future failures and an update on relevant National Transportation Safety Board safety recommendations. The FRA must consult with various rail industry stakeholders and employee organizations while developing this report.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances rail safety by requiring FRA to investigate tank car failures and recommend prevention measures, directly improving transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Rail

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in committee · United States · House Mar 12, 2026

HR 7919: Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026

The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2026 would temporarily suspend federal gasoline taxes and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate from its enactment until October 1, 2026, aiming to reduce costs for consumers who purchase gasoline. Specifically, it sets the federal excise tax on gasoline to zero during this period. To prevent funding shortfalls, the bill directs the Treasury to transfer equivalent amounts from the general fund to the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund. It also includes a policy that the tax reduction should be passed on to consumers and empowers the Secretary of the Treasury to ensure this, potentially through monetary penalties for producers and dealers who do not reduce prices.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates federal gasoline taxes to reduce consumer costs, directly supporting tax relief and fiscal assistance for individuals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill reduces gasoline taxes and directs Treasury transfers to Highway Trust Fund, indirectly supporting transportation infrastructure funding.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax State Budget Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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