Bill would fund walking and biking trails through 2031
In committeeH.R. 8565Latest action
Sponsor: Chris Pappas · Representative · NH
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Official title: To reauthorize the active transportation infrastructure investment program, and for other purposes.
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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Congress is voting on whether to keep federal funding alive for sidewalk, bike lane, and trail projects through 2031.
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What does this do?
This bill would renew a federal program that pays for sidewalks, bike lanes, trails, and other paths for people who walk, bike, or use other non-motorized ways of getting around. It would keep the program running after its current funding period ends.
Who does it affect?
Local governments and communities that apply for these grants would be directly affected, as would residents who use the walking and biking infrastructure those grants help build or improve.
Why does it matter?
Without this bill, the program would lose its federal funding when the current period ends. The bill sets aside dedicated money that cannot be moved to other programs and does not expire until it is spent.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- $250M/year from Highway Trust Fund
- 2027–2031 funding window
- Up to $1.25B total over 5 years
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 29, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 29, 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 House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.