Bill would treat DC as a state in four federal transportation grants
In committeeH.R. 6950Latest action
Sponsor: Eleanor Holmes Norton · Delegate · DC
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Official title: District of Columbia Transportation Funding Equality Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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HR 6950 would classify D.C. as a state in four federal transportation grant programs instead of listing it separately.
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What does this do?
HR 6950 changes federal law so Washington, D.C. is classified as a state, rather than a separate category, in four specific transportation grant programs. These cover bus funding, a population-based apportionment formula, culvert repair grants, and the Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The change could affect how much funding D.C. qualifies for or how it applies.
Who does it affect?
D.C. transportation, bus, and public safety agencies, plus D.C. residents who use transit, roads, and drainage infrastructure. No other state's funding treatment is affected.
Why does it matter?
Reclassifying D.C. as a state in these programs could change funding calculations or eligibility, affecting how these agencies plan and fund infrastructure projects.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 6, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jan 7, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The 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.
Latest action: — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.