Green Streets: Less Emissions, Better Public Transport, and Safer Roads
This act aims to reduce air pollution and improve quality of life by promoting greener transportation. Citizens can expect better public transport accessibility, safer bike lanes and sidewalks, and investments in infrastructure that will reduce traffic congestion and emissions. These changes will impact daily commutes, health, and the environment in their communities.
Key points
Introduces new transportation planning goals focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and per capita vehicle miles traveled.
Requires states and cities to analyze the environmental and community impact of road capacity expansion projects, especially on vulnerable communities.
Increases investment in public transportation, bike lanes, sidewalks, and other active transport forms if states fail to meet emission reduction targets.
Establishes new standards and metrics for public transit accessibility, transit stop distance, and transit mode share.
Introduced
Citizen Poll