Safer Roads for Everyone: Mandating Complete Streets for All Users.
This Act requires states to establish programs funding the construction of roads that are safe and accessible for all users, regardless of transport mode or age. This means new road projects must include sidewalks, bike lanes, and better public transit access, improving safety and mobility in your community. States must dedicate 5% of specific federal highway funds to these goals.
Key points
States must design roads to safely accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, older individuals, and people with disabilities ("Complete Streets" principle).
5% of specific federal highway funds must be dedicated by states to local projects improving multi-modal transportation infrastructure.
New mandatory design standards are introduced, including protected bike lanes and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
Status:
Expired
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