Transportation

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5095: Tire Safety Modernization Act of 2026

The Tire Safety Modernization Act of 2026 directs the Department of Transportation to update federal regulations governing passenger car and light truck tires. The bill requires the removal of outdated testing requirements for tire strength and the revision of definitions regarding "chunking" to better reflect modern tire technology. Additionally, it mandates the creation of new high-speed performance testing protocols aligned with international standards and establishes a future review to assess the impact of these changes on tire safety and market availability.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill modernizes tire safety regulations and testing protocols to enhance vehicle safety standards.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 4990: McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act

The McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration to review its policies on low-altitude airspace safety, specifically focusing on hazards created by temporary structures like slacklines and highlines. This review will involve consulting with various aviation stakeholders, including pilots, drone operators, and land management agencies, to assess current marking requirements and data accuracy. If the FAA finds that existing rules are insufficient, it must update regulations within a year to better identify these obstructions in flight planning tools and improve coordination with local authorities. Additionally, the agency is required to report its findings and any recommended policy changes to Congress within nine months of completing the review.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances aviation safety by reviewing airspace policies and hazards, aligning with transportation safety goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9711: Autocycle Safety Act

The Autocycle Safety Act establishes a new legal definition for autocycles as three-wheeled motorcycles with front-wheel drive, a fully enclosed cabin, and a steering wheel. It requires manufacturers to build these vehicles to specific safety standards, mandating features like airbags, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control while allowing a mix of passenger car and motorcycle safety rules for other components. The Department of Transportation has three years to finalize detailed regulations that determine exactly which safety standards apply to different parts of these vehicles. This legislation directly affects vehicle manufacturers and regulators by creating a federal framework for producing and certifying three-wheeled enclosed motorcycles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes safety standards for autocycles, enhancing transportation safety and protecting vulnerable road users.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9695: McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act

The McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration to review its policies on low-altitude airspace safety, specifically focusing on hazards created by temporary obstructions like slacklines and highlines. This review must involve various aviation stakeholders and examine whether current rules for marking, lighting, and reporting these obstacles are effective in preventing aircraft strikes. If the FAA finds existing guidelines insufficient, it is required to update regulations within a year to improve how these hazards are depicted in flight planning tools and communicated to pilots. Additionally, the agency must report its findings and any proposed rule changes to Congress within 90 days of completing the review.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances aviation safety by reviewing and updating FAA policies on low-altitude obstacles, protecting transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9678: Good Jobs for Good Airports Act

The Good Jobs for Good Airports Act establishes federal minimum wage and fringe benefit standards for workers at small, medium, and large hub airports, including those employed by private contractors. It defines covered service workers as individuals performing tasks such as passenger assistance, security, ground handling, and concessions, ensuring they receive pay and benefits at least equal to the higher of the federal Service Contract Act rates or applicable state and local laws. Employers must submit monthly certifications confirming compliance with these standards, while the Department of Labor and Department of Transportation are granted enforcement powers to investigate violations and impose penalties. The legislation also requires the Secretary of Transportation to publish complaint data and submit annual reports to Congress regarding implementation efforts.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes federal minimum wage and fringe benefits for airport workers, directly advancing labor standards and protecting worker rights.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes wage and benefit standards for airport workers, enhancing labor conditions within the transportation infrastructure sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Minimum Wage

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in committee · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HR 9651: Space Ready 2.0 Act

The Space Ready 2.0 Act establishes a pilot program allowing NASA to partner with private and public entities on infrastructure projects at its centers, such as roadways and pipelines. Under this program, NASA can enter into voluntary agreements to collect contributions for capital repairs, maintenance, and improvements, provided these funds are authorized by Congress in advance. The bill requires NASA to maintain transparency by sharing cost estimates and final financial breakdowns with contributing partners, while also ensuring that unspent funds are refunded or redesignated if a project is not completed within 90 days of becoming operational. Additionally, the legislation mandates annual reports to Congress detailing expenditures and future plans, and it limits the authority to collect these voluntary contributions until December 31, 2031.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes NASA to partner on infrastructure projects like roadways and pipelines, funding repairs and improvements.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 9, 2026

HR 9622: Modernizing Aeronautical Standards Act

The Modernizing Aeronautical Standards Act requires NASA to conduct a study on updating current aviation standards to account for changing atmospheric conditions. This study will analyze how variations in temperature and other weather factors over the past 50 years impact the performance, maintenance costs, and operational limits of the top ten most-used commercial aircraft at the nation's busiest airports. The report will also assess necessary infrastructure investments and design modifications for future planes, with results to be shared with Congress within 18 months.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates a study to update aviation standards for safety and performance, enhancing transportation infrastructure and operational limits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4905: Space Ready 2.0 Act

The Space Ready 2.0 Act authorizes NASA to launch a pilot program that allows private companies, government agencies, and other entities to voluntarily contribute funds toward repairing, maintaining, and improving shared infrastructure at NASA centers. These contributions can support projects like roadways and pipelines that benefit multiple users, with agreements requiring transparency on costs and schedules and ensuring that any leftover money is returned to contributors or redirected to other eligible projects. The bill mandates annual reporting to Congress on project spending and progress, while also prohibiting NASA from using these voluntary funds to create new budget obligations before Congress appropriates money. This initiative is set to expire on December 31, 2031, unless extended, and aims to streamline infrastructure work without restricting NASA's ability to enter into direct agreements for other projects.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes funding for repairing and improving roadways and shared infrastructure at NASA centers.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4936: STOP Frontovers Act of 2026

The STOP Frontovers Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Transportation to create a new federal safety standard for motor vehicles designed to prevent low-speed accidents where a driver strikes a person or object in their blind spot while moving forward. To achieve this, the bill mandates that vehicles be equipped with advanced detection systems capable of identifying pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users, alongside driver alerts and active braking or steering interventions. Manufacturers would be required to install these crash avoidance technologies in new passenger vehicles within two years of the final rule taking effect, with a potential staggered rollout based on vehicle type. Additionally, the law requires the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to update its data tracking systems to specifically record and report incidents classified as frontovers and backovers.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates advanced safety systems for vehicles to prevent accidents, directly enhancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4928: COVID–19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act

The COVID-19 Commuter Benefits Distribution Act allows employees to receive a one-time tax-free payment from their employer-sponsored commuter benefit accounts to help cover transportation costs during the pandemic. This benefit is available to workers who have pre-tax savings in these accounts and is limited to the highest balance they held between March 13, 2020, and December 31, 2023. The legislation requires that this specific payment be treated as taxable income for the employee, while ensuring that the remaining funds in the account continue to qualify for tax-free use.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides a one-time tax-free payment to employees to cover transportation costs, expanding worker benefits during the pandemic.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax-free or taxable one-time payments to help cover transportation costs during the pandemic, directly supporting commuter benefits.75% confidence

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