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Federal bill targets pedestrian and cyclist road safety
Data as of July 11, 2026
Federal agencies would study road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and cities could apply for grants up to $5 million a year to fund improvements.50-second read · 5 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill directs two federal agencies to research and study ways to make roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and others outside of vehicles. It also creates a grant program that local governments and Tribes can apply to for money to build physical safety improvements like crosswalks, lighting, sidewalks, and pedestrian signals.
Who does it affect?
The bill primarily affects the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Department of Transportation, cities, municipalities, and Tribal governments. Pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users are the people the improvements would serve.
Why does it matter?
Pedestrian deaths have risen in urban areas, and current road conditions may not be addressing the risk. The research, studies, and funded improvements are aimed at reducing traffic deaths and injuries among people outside of vehicles.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Up to $5M awarded per year
- Cities, municipalities, tribes can apply
- Funds from federal government
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
PHASE Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- August 5, 2025
- Latest action:
- August 6, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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