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Enhanced Transparency in Transportation Investment Planning

This act increases transparency in how transportation projects, such as road construction or public transit upgrades, are selected. Citizens will have easier access to information about why specific projects were chosen and what criteria guided those decisions, allowing for a better understanding of how public funds are spent on transportation.
Key points
All transportation projects will be selected through a publicly available process with clear criteria.
Transportation agencies will be required to publicly explain why a lower-ranked project was chosen over a higher-ranked one, considering geographic balance and economically distressed areas.
Citizens will gain better insight into transportation investment decisions, potentially increasing public trust and enabling better monitoring of public spending.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5711
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]
Process start date: 2025-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Metropolitan Planning Enhancement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5711.

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 2025-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All transportation projects will be selected through a publicly available process with clear criteria.
  • Transportation agencies will be required to publicly explain why a lower-ranked project was chosen over a higher-ranked one, considering geographic balance and economically distressed areas.
  • Citizens will gain better insight into transportation investment decisions, potentially increasing public trust and enabling better monitoring of public spending.
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. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Transport Public Investments