Transportation

in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8616: Caja del Rio Protection Act

The Caja del Rio Protection Act establishes two new protected areas in New Mexico: the Caja del Rio Special Management Area within the Santa Fe National Forest and the Caja del Rio National Conservation Area managed by the Bureau of Land Management. These areas cover approximately 85,000 acres total and aim to conserve cultural, spiritual, ecological, and historical values while enhancing opportunities for local Indigenous tribes to participate in management. The bill restricts new road construction and limits motorized vehicle use to designated routes, requires the decommissioning of unauthorized roads, and withdraws the land from mining and mineral leasing operations. Additionally, the legislation facilitates a potential land swap where the federal government would transfer certain Bureau of Land Management parcels to the state in exchange for state trust land within the conservation boundary. The act also mandates the development of comprehensive management plans that incorporate Indigenous knowledge and ensure tribal access for traditional cultural and religious practices.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates protected areas to conserve ecological values and natural resources.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts new road construction in protected areas, limiting transportation infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8768: CHARGE Act

The CHARGE Act prohibits the sale, import, or distribution of electric vehicles and related equipment manufactured by foreign entities of concern, specifically targeting Chinese companies. To enforce this, the bill adds new definitions to U.S. law that classify vehicles using specific Chinese-made power control components as noncompliant. The legislation aims to protect the national electrical grid from potential disruptions caused by unregulated remote software updates and coordinated attacks from adversarial manufacturers. By restricting these imports, the bill seeks to prevent vulnerabilities that could lead to power outages or damage to connected devices.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts EV imports and components, limiting access to clean energy vehicles and potentially raising costs or slowing adoption.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology by prohibiting the sale of EVs with specific Chinese components, limiting market access and technological options.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts EV sales and imports, limiting access to sustainable transportation options and potentially weakening the electric vehicle market.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8417: Keeping China Off the Rails Act

The Keeping China Off the Rails Act requires railroad freight cars placed into service in the United States to meet specific production age requirements that gradually increase over time. The bill directly affects railroad companies and freight car manufacturers by establishing a timeline where cars must be produced within progressively longer lookback periods, starting with cars made in the two years before enactment and eventually requiring all cars to meet the standard after four years. This phased approach aims to reduce the use of older freight cars that may have been manufactured in China by ensuring newer, domestically produced alternatives are used. The legislation does not ban Chinese-made cars outright but instead creates a schedule that limits their use as the required production window expands.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts transportation infrastructure by imposing strict age limits on railroad freight cars, limiting the operational lifespan of rolling stock.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Rail

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8349: No TAP Act of 2026

The No TAP Act of 2026 modifies federal surface transportation laws to prohibit the transfer of funds designated for specific highway projects to other uses. This legislation directly affects state and local transportation departments by removing the ability to move money set aside for certain infrastructure initiatives into their general transportation pools. The bill achieves this by amending the United States Code to strike existing clauses that allowed for the transferability of these specific funds and reorganizing related subsections. Consequently, funds earmarked for particular projects must remain dedicated to those projects rather than being reallocated by state officials.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts flexibility by prohibiting the transfer of highway funds to other uses, limiting state and local departments' ability to optimize transportation resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 8252: Gas Tax Reduction Act

This bill, known as the Gas Tax Reduction Act, directs the federal government to withhold 8% of transportation funding from any state that raises its gasoline tax to $0.50 per gallon or higher. The affected states would receive reduced federal highway and transportation funds until they lower their gas tax below the specified threshold. The mechanism automatically triggers the withholding on the first day of each fiscal year following the tax increase, without requiring additional federal approval. This policy change directly impacts state budgets and transportation infrastructure projects by linking federal funding to state-level gas tax decisions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts state budget autonomy by withholding federal funds if states raise gas taxes, limiting fiscal policy options for state governments.92% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts states from raising gas taxes, which indirectly supports fossil fuel use and opposes renewable energy transition by maintaining gasoline consumption incentives85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts states from raising gas taxes, which may reduce funding for environmental programs and discourage cleaner vehicle adoption.75% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts transportation funding by withholding 8% of federal funds from states that raise gas taxes, limiting state flexibility in transportation policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 8003: Expanding the Fast Track Act of 2026

This bill amends the FAST Act to adjust funding limits for federal permitting improvement programs. It directly affects agencies and projects that rely on these specific funding allocations under the existing law. The key provision replaces a $200 million funding cap with a $50 million cap in two sections of the FAST Act. These changes take effect on January 1, 2027, or upon enactment, whichever occurs later.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill reduces funding cap for federal permitting improvement programs from $200M to $50M, limiting transportation infrastructure development resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8230: NO TOD Act

The NO TOD Act prohibits the use of federal transportation funding for transit-oriented development projects, which are commercial or residential developments located near public transit. This legislation removes eligibility for the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program and eliminates certain planning initiatives that previously supported such developments. The changes apply to projects applying for funding after the bill is enacted, directly affecting developers, transit agencies, and local governments seeking federal assistance for mixed-use projects near transit stations.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts federal funding for transit-oriented development, which typically supports sustainable transportation and reduces carbon emissions, thus weakening environmental protection efforts75% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits federal funding for transit-oriented development, which directly limits affordable housing development and restricts housing growth near public transit.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill prohibits federal funding for transit-oriented development, directly restricting transportation infrastructure and public transit expansion initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Public Transit Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4224: Dalilah’s Law Act

This bill, known as Dalilah's Law Act, prohibits individuals with certain immigration statuses from obtaining or using commercial driver's licenses in interstate commerce. It requires state officials to verify an applicant's employment eligibility through E-Verify before issuing such licenses and imposes criminal penalties, including mandatory minimum sentences for accidents causing injury or death. The legislation also establishes civil penalties for businesses that assist in violations and allows victims of accidents caused by these drivers to sue for triple damages. Additionally, it adds the use of commercial licenses by these individuals as an aggravated felony and grounds for deportation under immigration law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill imposes mandatory minimum sentences and expands criminal penalties for undocumented drivers, restricting rights and increasing criminalization.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access to commercial licenses and mandates E-Verify, limiting immigrant employment opportunities and protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts commercial driver's licenses and imposes penalties, limiting transportation workforce access and potentially reducing interstate commerce mobility.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Work Authorization Driver Licensing Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 4180: Forest Resources Accountability Act

This bill, the Forest Resources Accountability Act, addresses staffing reductions at the Forest Service and restricts road construction in Colorado's White River National Forest. It requires the agency to prioritize essential projects like wildfire risk reduction, trail maintenance, and wildlife habitat protection due to a reported 6,000 staff cuts. The legislation specifically prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from approving or funding any new year-round roads or utility corridors on designated federal land within the White River National Forest. Additionally, it mandates efforts to purchase the 680-acre Berlaimont Estates parcel from willing sellers and incorporate it into the national forest for conservation purposes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes wildfire risk reduction, trail maintenance, and wildlife habitat protection while restricting new road construction in a national forest, directly supporting environmental conservation.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts road construction and prohibits new year-round roads in White River National Forest, limiting transportation infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 8079: Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2026

This bill would prohibit federal laws from requiring manufacturers to install emissions control devices or onboard diagnostic systems on diesel trucks and other motor vehicles. It removes the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to enforce existing emissions regulations and eliminates liability for anyone who manufactures, sells, or modifies vehicles without these devices. The legislation also repeals current federal regulations related to emissions controls and would erase criminal or civil penalties for past violations of these rules.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill weakens emissions regulations and EPA authority, favoring fossil fuel vehicles over clean energy standards and environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill removes EPA authority to enforce emissions regulations and prohibits emissions control devices, directly weakening environmental protections and allowing increased pollution.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill weakens emissions regulations and safety standards for diesel trucks, restricting environmental protections and vehicle safety requirements95% confidence

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