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Pilot Program: Community Voice in Transportation Planning

A new pilot program aims to increase citizens' influence on transportation planning decisions in their local areas. Through this program, local community organizations will collaborate with transportation agencies to better incorporate the needs and opinions of residents, especially those from underrepresented groups. This means citizens will have a real say in how transportation infrastructure is developed, potentially improving commutes, safety, and access to services.
Key points
Increased Citizen Influence: The program gives citizens a direct role in setting priorities and outcomes for transportation planning.
Support for Community Organizations: Non-profit organizations will receive funds for staffing, training, and organizing meetings to effectively engage the community.
Information Accessibility: Key transportation data, such as travel patterns and project impacts on neighborhoods, will be easily accessible to the public.
Accountability for Input: Transportation agencies will be required to document how community input was incorporated or the reasons for not doing so.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1717
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to establish a community-driven decisionmaking pilot program to demonstrate enhanced community-based decisionmaking in the transportation planning process, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1717.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Citizen Influence: The program gives citizens a direct role in setting priorities and outcomes for transportation planning.
  • Support for Community Organizations: Non-profit organizations will receive funds for staffing, training, and organizing meetings to effectively engage the community.
  • Information Accessibility: Key transportation data, such as travel patterns and project impacts on neighborhoods, will be easily accessible to the public.
  • Accountability for Input: Transportation agencies will be required to document how community input was incorporated or the reasons for not doing so.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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