The Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on legislation that will set the agenda for the government's future infrastructure programs and policies.
DOT published its request for comments in the Federal Register Monday, July 21.
In its posting, the DOT said, “The Request for Information is intended to gather feedback, ideas and recommendations to help inform legislative priorities and ensure future infrastructure programs focus on delivering safe and efficient surface transportation, without attaching unnecessary requirements. The reauthorization effort will focus on modernizing America’s infrastructure by improving safety, streamlining federal processes, promoting economic growth and strengthening partnerships.”
The posting in the Federal Register said comments may address any or all the following major policy issues of importance to the department:
- Enhancing transportation safety—including bridges, safety for transportation workers and pedestrians, truck parking, and autonomous vehicles.
- Accelerating project delivery for transportation projects—including reforming the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and permitting, enhancing One Federal Decision, and increasing the use of technology.
- Increasing opportunities through investment in transportation infrastructure that promotes economic growth, including through expanded capacity and mobility, congestion relief, and more private sector investment.
- Strengthening partnerships with states and other key stakeholders to improve transportation outcomes, including prioritizing the Federal interest, greater efficiencies, and research.
The current highway bill expires next September.
You can add your comments by going to Regulations.gov and entering Docket No. DOT-OST-2025-0468.
The 30-day comment period expires Aug. 20.
