Transportation

in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 6790: D-BLOC Act

The D-BLOC Act (HR 6790) requires railroads to limit train blockages at public highway-rail crossings to 10 minutes or less, except in emergencies like accidents, track obstructions, or safety compliance. Railroads must report all blockages exceeding 10 minutes via a federal portal, maintain detailed records of incidents, and face civil penalties for repeated violations after a 60-day notice period. The law exempts penalties if an alternate route exists within half a mile or a grade separation project is underway with funding. It directly affects Class I railroads (major freight carriers) and applies to all public highway-rail crossings nationwide, excluding Amtrak and commuter rail operations. The bill builds on an existing FRA portal established in 2019 to track and address recurring blockages.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires railroads to limit highway-rail crossing blockages, enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure efficiency at critical points.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jul 26, 2025

HR 4756: Freights First Act

HR 4756, the Freights First Act, amends federal rail law to prevent Amtrak passenger trains from receiving priority over freight trains on shared rail infrastructure. Specifically, it adds a new provision stating that Amtrak's intercity and commuter rail services shall not have preference over freight transportation at rail lines, junctions, or crossings within 50 miles of a port or rail yard. This directly affects Amtrak's scheduling and operations in those specific geographic areas. The bill changes a code section (49 U.S.C. § 24308(c)) to establish this limitation, without creating new funding or regulatory requirements.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts Amtrak passenger rail priority over freight on shared infrastructure, weakening public transit operations in designated areas per its explicit language.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Ports Rail

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in committee · United States · House Jul 11, 2025

HR 4315: National Infrastructure Investment Corporation Act of 2025

The National Infrastructure Investment Corporation Act of 2025 establishes a new federal corporation to provide low-cost loans and loan guarantees for infrastructure projects that exceed the funding capacity of state and local governments. It authorizes the corporation to accept up to $5 billion annually in loans from pension funds (at 3-4% interest) to finance eligible projects like transportation, energy, and water systems. The corporation’s board, appointed with political balance (including Senate/House leaders), must prioritize projects fairly, consult affected lawmakers, and submit annual reports to Congress. This bill directly affects state and local governments seeking federal financing for large-scale infrastructure, with oversight including annual audits and congressional review periods.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly includes energy systems as eligible infrastructure projects for funding via low-cost loans and guarantees.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly authorizes low-cost loans for transportation infrastructure projects as a primary eligible category, directly funding road/highway systems and transit infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1659: Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

HR 1659, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, creates a federal grant program to address commercial truck parking shortages on highways. It authorizes $151 million annually (2025-2029) for states, local governments, tribes, and other eligible entities to build or improve public parking facilities for commercial motor vehicles. Projects must be on or near highways, include safety features, and provide free, publicly accessible parking - prohibiting fees for drivers. The bill also requires annual reports to Congress evaluating parking availability and project effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires safety features in truck parking facilities, improving workplace safety for commercial drivers per bill's safety feature mandate.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds $151M annually for highway truck parking infrastructure with safety features, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Freight Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Feb 1, 2025

HR 851: DOT Victim and Survivor Advocate Act

HR 851, the DOT Victim and Survivor Advocate Act, creates a new position within the Department of Transportation called the National Roadway Safety Advocate. This role directly serves victims and survivors of road crashes, as well as their family members (broadly defined to include non-immediate relatives), by providing them a dedicated point of contact at DOT. The advocate gathers stakeholder input on roadway safety programs, translates complex DOT processes into plain language, and submits annual reports highlighting systemic safety issues with recommendations for improvement. The position does not make policy decisions or alter existing laws but focuses on improving communication between DOT and those affected by road safety incidents.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates National Roadway Safety Advocate to enhance DOT safety programs and support crash victims, directly advancing transportation safety initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3871: Preventing Roadside and Work Zone Deaths Act of 2026

This bill amends highway safety programs to better protect people near disabled vehicles and in work zones. It expands safety measures to include "occupants of and pedestrians associated with disabled vehicles" in existing programs and requires better data collection on roadside and work zone deaths. The bill creates two working groups - one focused on disabled vehicle crashes and another on work zone crashes - to analyze data, develop safety solutions, and improve data sharing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It also mandates annual reports tracking how states use work zone safety funds and their effectiveness. The bill directly affects drivers, pedestrians near breakdowns, road construction workers, and state transportation agencies responsible for implementing these safety measures.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly expands workplace safety protections for workers in work zones and near disabled vehicles, directly advancing labor safety standards through data collection and safety measures.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands highway safety protections for disabled vehicles/work zones, mandates data collection, and creates working groups to improve safety - directly advancing transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 5, 2025

S 1966: Don't Miss Your Flight Act

S 1966, the "Don't Miss Your Flight Act," establishes a federal grant program to fund transportation infrastructure projects connecting to public airports. It provides funding for eligible states, tribes, and local governments to improve highways, bridges, transit, or rail systems near airports that reduce congestion or expand access. At least 50% of annual funding must support large hub airports, and 30% must support medium hub airports, as defined by existing law. The program is funded through $1 billion annually from the Highway Trust Fund for fiscal years 2027-2031.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes federal grants for airport-adjacent transportation infrastructure (highways, transit, rail) to reduce congestion and expand access, directly funding transportation projects per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Feb 10, 2026

HR 7429: Miranda’s Law

HR 7429, "Miranda’s Law," creates a national system requiring automatic notifications to employers when school bus drivers (or other commercial drivers with school bus endorsements) face license issues like moving violations, suspensions, or accidents. It directly affects school districts, schools, and private transportation companies that provide student transportation, mandating their participation in the notification service. The law replaces annual employer checks of driver records by requiring states to implement the service within two years, while also ensuring drivers receive simultaneous copies of these notifications. This system aims to improve safety by ensuring employers are promptly informed of driver license changes affecting school bus operations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates automatic employer notifications for driver license issues, enhancing school bus safety and aligning with workplace safety protections under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates automatic notifications for school bus driver license issues, enhancing transportation safety standards for student transit services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Public Transit

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3665: Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act

S 3665, the Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act, makes it a federal crime to assault or intimidate crew members on passenger trains, platforms, or in rail stations. It directly affects railroad workers (including engineers, conductors, and safety personnel) and passengers who threaten them, defining "dangerous weapon" to include items like pocket knives under 2.5 inches and box cutters. The law prohibits actions that interfere with crew duties or reduce their ability to perform them, with penalties of up to 8 years in prison for basic offenses and up to 20 years if a dangerous weapon is used. This bill establishes clear legal protections for rail crew members during their work, focusing on preventing physical threats that could compromise safety.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates federal crime for assaulting train crew, defines dangerous weapons, and sets penalties, advancing public safety and law enforcement under criminal justice.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProtects railroad workers' safety by criminalizing assaults/intimidation against crew members, directly advancing workplace safety protections for laborers in transportation sector.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProtects rail crew safety, directly enhancing passenger rail transportation safety standards per bill's criminalization of assaults on transit workers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Violent Crime Rail

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 15, 2026

S 3661: PATH to Education Act

S 3661, the PATH to Education Act, creates new grants for public transit providers to partner with community colleges, Head Start programs, minority-serving institutions, career schools, and rural colleges to improve transportation access. Grants fund specific projects like adding bus stops/routes, increasing service frequency for student commutes, or covering operating costs for transit connecting to eligible institutions. The bill allocates $1 million in 2027 (rising to $5 million by 2031) for these grants, with priority given to partnerships involving schools where over 25% of students receive federal Pell Grants. This directly affects transit agencies, educational institutions serving low-income students, and Head Start participants needing reliable transportation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $1M+ in grants to improve transit access to schools, directly enhancing educational access for students at eligible institutions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $1M-$5M for public transit grants to fund bus routes/stops and improve student commutes to educational institutions, directly advancing transportation infrastructure access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Transportation Student Financial Aid Public Transit Rail

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