Transportation

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 · House Jun 24, 2026

HR 9250: Great American Outdoors Act 250

This bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a dedicated funding mechanism for federal land maintenance using recreation fees and energy income, directly strengthening fiscal management for public services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds infrastructure repair on federal lands, directly supporting conservation and environmental protection.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds repair of critical infrastructure including roads and trails managed by federal agencies, directly advancing transportation maintenance.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9182: Southeastern Rail Technologies Mapping Act of 2026

The Southeastern Rail Technologies Mapping Act of 2026 directs the Federal Railroad Administration to study how to improve rail performance and integrate new power technologies in the southeastern United States. This study will examine rail segments between Florida and Washington, DC to identify areas suitable for electrification or battery and fuel cell systems while noting any implementation challenges. If certain segments are found unsuitable for these technologies, the report must explain the reasoning and suggest specific infrastructure updates with estimated costs to make them viable. The Administrator is required to submit the findings of this study to Congress within 18 months of the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs study on integrating new power technologies and electrification into rail systems, aligning with clean energy infrastructure goals.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes electrification and battery/fuel cell systems for rail, reducing emissions and advancing clean energy.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a study to integrate new power technologies like electrification and fuel cells into rail infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs FRA to study and improve rail performance and integrate new power technologies, enhancing sustainable transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Ports Rail Roads & Highways

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passed · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9328: Improving Travel for Military Members Act

The Improving Travel for Military Members Act directs the Transportation Security Administration to create a pilot program that allows active-duty military personnel and their families to use expedited security lanes at select airports. This initiative requires that all participants still undergo standard vetting checks and mandates that security staff verify eligibility before allowing access to these faster lanes. The program will prioritize airports located near military bases with large numbers of stationed troops and must operate for a period of three years. Additionally, the TSA Administrator is required to provide a briefing to Congress on the program's progress within nine months of its launch.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates a pilot program for expedited security lanes, enhancing travel efficiency for military personnel within the transportation sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 9213: American Electric Rail Mapping Act of 2026

The American Electric Rail Mapping Act of 2026 directs the Federal Railroad Administration to conduct a study on the feasibility of electrifying passenger and freight rail lines across the United States. This study will identify existing and planned rail corridors, determine how current systems are powered, and assess which segments could adopt clean rail technologies. The Administrator must consult with railroad operators, state and local governments, and other relevant entities while using existing resources to minimize costs. The agency is required to submit an initial progress report to Congress within one year of enactment, followed by a final report on the study's results a year later.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs a study on electrifying rail lines, promoting clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes electrification of rail lines, a clean energy initiative that reduces emissions and supports environmental protection.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes clean rail technologies and electrification, advancing sustainable technology adoption in transportation infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs a study to advance electrification of rail lines, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Freight Rail

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9181: Rail Motive Power Source Integration Act of 2026

The Rail Motive Power Source Integration Act of 2026 directs the Federal Railroad Administration to launch a pilot program exploring how trains can switch between different power sources like batteries, electricity, hydrogen, and diesel. The bill requires the agency to research these technologies, design rail cars that allow for easy power source changes, and test these designs through demonstration projects. Additionally, the Administrator must study locations where trains currently need to change power sources due to limitations and report the findings to Congress within one year of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy diversification by funding research into multiple power sources including renewables like hydrogen and electricity for rail.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes clean energy adoption in rail by enabling multi-fuel vehicles, reducing reliance on diesel and lowering emissions.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds research and pilot programs for advanced rail power technologies, directly advancing innovation in transportation technology.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs FRA to launch a pilot program for flexible rail power sources, enhancing transportation infrastructure and promoting sustainable rail technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2026

HR 9168: Complete America’s Great Trails Act

The Complete America's Great Trails Act creates a new federal tax credit to encourage private landowners to donate land or conservation easements that include National Scenic Trails. This provision allows taxpayers to claim a credit equal to the fair market value of their donation, provided the land covers a trail corridor of at least 50 feet on each side, while also preventing them from taking a separate tax deduction for the same gift. The bill permits continued recreational or agricultural use of the donated land as long as it does not harm conservation goals. Additionally, the legislation requires the Secretary of the Interior to study the credit's effectiveness and report to Congress on whether it should be made refundable or transferable within four years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a federal tax credit, providing tax relief and encouraging private land donations for conservation.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes land donation and conservation easements to protect National Scenic Trails, directly advancing environmental conservation and natural resource protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds trail corridors and encourages land donations for National Scenic Trails, enhancing recreational transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9036: American High-Speed Rail Act

The American High-Speed Rail Act expands federal funding and streamlines regulations to support the development of high-speed and higher-speed rail projects across the United States. It authorizes billions of dollars in grants for corridor planning, technology improvements, and construction, while allowing the federal government to cover up to 100% of project costs under specific conditions. The bill also introduces new provisions to facilitate land acquisition, prioritize border projects, and extend labor protections to workers involved in federally funded rail infrastructure. Additionally, the legislation defines higher-speed rail as trains traveling between 110 and 186 miles per hour and includes tax incentives for rail carriers that sell or lease property to support these projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes billions in federal grants to fund high-speed rail projects, directly advancing the budget topic through increased government spending.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHigh-speed rail reduces reliance on fossil-fuel-powered cars and trucks, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly expands federal funding and streamlines regulations for high-speed rail projects, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8853: Amtrak Grant Flexibility Act

The Amtrak Grant Flexibility Act allows Amtrak to use certain federal funds to meet the non-federal share requirements for three specific types of rail infrastructure grants. Under this bill, Amtrak can apply these funds toward projects where its role goes beyond simply providing money, and the funds will not be counted as federal assistance for those specific purposes. Additionally, the legislation permits Amtrak to use its own ticket sales and other operational revenues to satisfy non-federal share limits for intercity passenger rail grants. These changes aim to provide Amtrak with more flexibility in how it finances and participates in federal rail improvement programs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allows Amtrak to use funds for rail infrastructure grants, strengthening public transportation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Rail Transportation Funding

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passed · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 8897: Improving Travel for American Families Act

The Improving Travel for American Families Act directs the Transportation Security Administration to create a two-year pilot program at five airports. This initiative aims to make travel easier for families by testing alternative security screening lanes specifically designed for passengers traveling with children twelve years old and younger. When choosing which airports to include, the program will prioritize locations with high numbers of families and ensure there is enough space and staff to handle these new lanes without slowing down other security lines. The Transportation Security Administration must report the results of this pilot program to Congress within one year of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates a pilot program to improve airport security screening for families, enhancing travel experience and safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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