Transportation (Roads & Highways)

in committee · United States · House Jul 24, 2025

HR 4643: Business Uninterrupted Monetary Program Act of 2025

This bill requires transportation project sponsors (like cities or transit agencies) to establish "BUMP Funds" for projects over $50 million funded through federal grants. The funds, partially funded by the sponsor's local contribution (up to 25% of their share), reimburse affected private businesses or nonprofits for specific costs like rent, payroll, utilities, or lost income during construction disruptions. Sponsors must detail eligibility, impact assessment, and distribution processes in grant applications. Unused funds can be reused for project enhancements or other eligible work, with oversight by the Secretary of Transportation. The program applies to highway and transit projects under federal grant programs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationReimburses businesses during transportation project disruptions, enabling project continuity and minimizing economic impact on local businesses during infrastructure construction.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 28, 2025

SJRES 92: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "Rescinding Regulations Regarding Management Systems Pertaining to the Fish and Wildlife Service and the Refuge Roads Program"".

Senate Joint Resolution 92 seeks congressional disapproval of a Federal Highway Administration rule that would have removed regulations governing management systems for the Fish and Wildlife Service and the Refuge Roads Program (which oversees roads in national wildlife refuges). The rule, published in the Federal Register on September 19, 2025, aimed to rescind existing guidelines for managing refuge roads and related operations. If passed, this resolution would block the rule from taking effect, preserving the current regulatory framework. The measure uses a statutory disapproval process under title 5 of the U.S. Code, requiring congressional action to halt agency rules.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill blocks disapproval of regulations governing refuge roads in national wildlife refuges, preserving existing conservation protections for wildlife habitats.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBlocks rescission of regulations governing refuge roads (transportation infrastructure), preserving existing management systems for national wildlife refuge roads.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 20, 2025

S 3278: SMART Infrastructure Act of 2025

The SMART Infrastructure Act of 2025 requires federal agencies to modernize infrastructure permitting by using 3D digital models (digital twins) and a centralized electronic platform (e-NEPA portal). It directly affects transportation agencies, project developers, and communities involved in federal infrastructure projects, such as roads and bridges under the Department of Transportation. Key provisions mandate that digital twins integrate real-time data for environmental and operational planning, while the e-NEPA portal streamlines document sharing, public access, and interagency coordination. The bill sets a goal to reduce environmental review timelines by at least 25% for eligible projects through these digital tools.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates environmental data integration in infrastructure planning via digital twins, promoting eco-conscious project development and better environmental assessments.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates digital twins and e-NEPA portal for infrastructure modernization, directly advancing technology adoption in federal projects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationModernizes transportation infrastructure permitting via digital twins, enhancing project planning efficiency for roads/bridges under DOT, directly advancing transportation infrastructure management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications Bridges Ports Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House May 30, 2025

HR 3634: Interactive Federal Review Act

HR 3634, the Interactive Federal Review Act, requires the U.S. Department of Transportation to encourage highway projects receiving federal grants (like INFRA, RAISE, or Mega program funds) to use digital platforms and 3D models for environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It mandates the DOT to publish guidance within 90 days, select at least 10 projects to test these tools, and prioritize grant applications that plan to use them for public engagement and environmental analysis. The bill also requires reports to Congress within 180 days detailing efficiency metrics and examples of digital workflows, plus public examples of digital environmental documents within a year. This aims to speed up reviews and improve public understanding of project impacts, directly affecting federally funded highway projects.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires DOT to mandate digital platforms/3D models for federal environmental reviews, advancing tech adoption in government processes per bill's explicit language.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates digital tools for highway project reviews, streamlining NEPA compliance to accelerate transportation infrastructure approvals and fund efficiency.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Feb 10, 2026

HR 7390: SELF DRIVE Act of 2026

The SELF DRIVE Act of 2026 establishes federal safety standards for vehicles with automated driving systems (ADS), requiring manufacturers to develop detailed "safety cases" demonstrating their systems won't present unreasonable risks to road users. It creates a National Automated Vehicle Safety Data Repository to collect crash data from ADS-equipped vehicles, including information about vulnerable road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, etc.) and crash circumstances. The bill preempts state laws that conflict with these federal standards while allowing states to enforce identical requirements, and defines key terms related to automation levels (Level 3-5) and operational design domains. Manufacturers must demonstrate ADS capabilities for handling various driving scenarios, including detecting vulnerable road users and achieving minimal risk conditions during emergencies. The bill also establishes requirements for cybersecurity protections and reporting of crash data to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes federal safety standards for autonomous vehicles (ADS), creating regulatory framework to enable deployment and data sharing for safety improvements, advancing technology adoption.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes federal safety standards for automated vehicles, enhancing transportation safety and data collection on road user incidents.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Autonomous Vehicles Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5394: Freedom from Automated Speed Enforcement Act of 2025

HR 5394, the Freedom from Automated Speed Enforcement Act of 2025, requires states to certify annually that no jurisdiction within the state uses automated speed enforcement systems (devices that photograph speeding vehicles without an officer present) to avoid losing 10% of federal highway funds. States must submit this certification to the Transportation Secretary by the first day of each fiscal year starting in 2027, with the Secretary able to audit compliance. Exceptions allow automated systems in school zones during posted hours and construction zones with clear signage indicating the system's use and speed limits below 55 mph. The bill directly affects states operating such systems by threatening funding penalties unless they comply, while permitting limited use in specific safety zones.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts automated speed enforcement (a law enforcement tool) to avoid losing federal highway funds, limiting a form of law enforcement under criminal justice topic.80% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRestricts automated speed enforcement systems (a traffic safety measure) by threatening 10% federal highway funding cuts for states using them, directly limiting transportation safety programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Autonomous Vehicles Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2025

S 1167: Transportation Asset Management Simplification Act

S 1167, the Transportation Asset Management Simplification Act, modifies federal requirements for states managing transportation assets. It changes the submission frequency for asset management plans from annually to once every four years, aligning with existing recertification cycles. The bill establishes clearer compliance rules: states deemed compliant maintain that status until the next review, while noncompliant states get a 90-day period (extendable) to fix issues without penalties. This directly affects states receiving federal transportation funding, streamlining their reporting obligations under Title 23, U.S. Code.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSimplifies state reporting requirements for transportation asset management, reducing administrative burden to improve infrastructure planning efficiency without cutting funding or services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 6874: Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025

The Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025 requires states to integrate predictive safety tools - like data analytics and telematics - into federal highway safety programs to identify risks, evaluate projects, and improve planning. It directs the Department of Transportation to issue guidelines on data privacy, security, and validating these tools to ensure reliability. The bill also defines "intelligent freight transportation systems" to include technologies that enhance freight safety on highways. These changes apply directly to states administering highway safety funds and federal agencies like the Federal Highway Administration.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates DOT guidelines for data privacy/security in predictive safety tools, directly supporting tech integration with privacy safeguards.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates integration of predictive safety tools (data analytics, telematics) into highway safety programs to improve risk identification and planning, directly enhancing transportation safety infrastructure.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Freight Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2025

HR 4420: Cool Corridors Act of 2025

The Cool Corridors Act of 2025 expands the existing Healthy Streets program to fund tree planting, shade structures, and green infrastructure along transportation corridors - like bus stops, transit hubs, and school zones - to reduce heat exposure. It directly affects communities facing extreme heat and limited tree canopy (especially low-income or historically underserved areas), as well as state/local transit agencies, schools, and environmental groups. Key provisions include requiring projects to prioritize heat-vulnerable regions, mandate annual reporting on temperature reduction and equity outcomes, and ensure tree planting doesn’t obstruct traffic safety. The bill also extends program funding through 2030 and mandates coordination with agencies like the EPA and Forest Service.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirectly targets school zones for heat-reduction infrastructure, improving school environment and access per education topic description.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds tree planting and green infrastructure to reduce urban heat exposure, directly advancing environmental conservation and climate adaptation in underserved communities.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds tree planting/shade structures at transit hubs to enhance public transit infrastructure sustainability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Water Quality Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2025

HR 4419: AV Accessibility Act

HR 4419, the AV Accessibility Act, requires states to ensure self-driving ride-hail services (like driverless Uber/Lyft vehicles) do not discriminate against people with disabilities when issuing licenses for fully autonomous operation. It mandates a federal study to identify infrastructure changes - such as improved curb access, non-visual navigation aids, and dedicated pickup zones - that would help people with disabilities safely use these vehicles. The study, funded with $5 million, will examine modifications to sidewalks, road design, and technology to improve accessibility during boarding and exiting. This bill directly affects disabled riders and autonomous vehicle service providers operating in the U.S.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates infrastructure changes to make self-driving ride-hail services accessible to people with disabilities, promoting inclusive technology adoption for AVs.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates federal study on infrastructure changes (curb access, non-visual aids) for AV accessibility, funded $5M, enhancing transportation infrastructure for disabled users.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Autonomous Vehicles Roads & Highways Tags People with Disabilities

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