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Prohibition of Congestion and Cordon Pricing in Transportation Programs

This bill aims to prohibit the implementation of fees for entering congested urban areas or zones, known as congestion or cordon pricing. This means drivers will not have to pay extra money to enter specific parts of cities as part of programs designed to reduce traffic. This change directly impacts daily travel costs and the accessibility of urban areas for citizens.
Key points
Prohibits new congestion or cordon pricing schemes in transportation programs.
No additional fees for drivers entering specific urban areas.
Ensures continued free access to city zones without extra financial burden for commuters.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_351
Sponsor: Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Process start date: 2025-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to prohibit congestion or cordon pricing in a value pricing program, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_351.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits new congestion or cordon pricing schemes in transportation programs.
  • No additional fees for drivers entering specific urban areas.
  • Ensures continued free access to city zones without extra financial burden for commuters.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport