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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 6435Transportation and Public Works

Transportation Megaprojects Accountability and Oversight Act

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This bill matters to voters because it directly addresses the common problem of large-scale government projects going significantly over budget and behind schedule. Many major infrastructure projects, from highways to public transit systems, often face unexpected costs and delays, which means taxpayer money is spent less efficiently, and the public has to wait longer for promised improvements.

If this bill becomes law, it aims to reduce these issues by requiring more upfront planning, ongoing expert oversight, and public transparency for the most expensive transportation projects. This could lead to more predictable project timelines and costs, ensuring that federal funds for infrastructure are used more responsibly and that essential transportation improvements are delivered effectively. If it doesn't become law, the current system for managing these massive projects, which critics argue is prone to inefficiencies, would remain in place.

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PROVISION 01

Requires any project receiving federal money and costing $2.5 billion or more to submit a detailed plan for managing potential risks (like cost overruns or delays) before construction can begin.

This ensures upfront planning to identify and mitigate common problems that plague large construction projects.

PROVISION 02

Mandates the creation of an independent "peer review group" of at least five experts for each megaproject to provide advice and review its scope, schedule, and budget annually.

Provides external, expert oversight to catch potential issues early and offer solutions.

PROVISION 03

Requires the project recipient to publish specific information online, including the names and license details of supervising engineers and the reports from the peer review group.

Increases public access to key project information, fostering accountability and allowing citizens to monitor progress.

PROVISION 04

Directs the Secretary of Transportation to arrange for the Transportation Research Board to convene a committee to study past megaproject problems, learn from international experiences, and recommend improvements to federal oversight.

Aims to develop system-wide best practices and improve the overall federal approach to managing large transportation projects based on lessons learned.

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3 EVENTS

FEB 2

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

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DEC 4

Introduced in House

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DEC 4

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 6435

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedDec 4, 2025

Last actionFeb 2, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 4, 2025

House BillHR 6435Transportation and Public Works

Transportation Megaprojects Accountability and Oversight Act

INTRODUCED DEC 4, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 2, 2026

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Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires any project receiving federal money and costing $2.5 billion or more to submit a detailed plan for managing potential risks (like cost overruns or delays) before construction can begin.

This ensures upfront planning to identify and mitigate common problems that plague large construction projects.

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Mandates the creation of an independent "peer review group" of at least five experts for each megaproject to provide advice and review its scope, schedule, and budget annually.

Provides external, expert oversight to catch potential issues early and offer solutions.

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Requires the project recipient to publish specific information online, including the names and license details of supervising engineers and the reports from the peer review group.

Increases public access to key project information, fostering accountability and allowing citizens to monitor progress.

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Aims to develop system-wide best practices and improve the overall federal approach to managing large transportation projects based on lessons learned.

DEADLINES & DATES

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Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection

Secretary establishes guidelines for peer review group recruitment, selection, and public disclosure of criteria and members.

Not later than 90 days after the date when such megaproject is authorized for construction

Recipient establishes a peer review group for a megaproject.

Not later than 90 days after establishment and not later than 90 days after any significant change

Peer review group reviews scope, schedule, and budget.

Not later than 90 days after such submission

Peer review group submits report on findings, which is then published online by the recipient.

Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection

Secretary arranges for Transportation Research Board to convene a transportation megaprojects committee.

Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this subsection

Transportation megaprojects committee submits a report to Secretary and Congressional committees.

On or after the date that is 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act

GLOSSARY

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Megaproject: A large construction project, specifically in transportation, estimated to cost $2.5 billion or more, or identified by the Secretary of Transportation.
Federal financial assistance: Money provided by the U.S. federal government to states, local governments, or other organizations for specific purposes, such as transportation projects.
Comprehensive risk management plan: A detailed document outlining how a project will identify, assess, track, and control potential problems like cost overruns, delays, or quality issues.
Peer review group: An independent committee of experts who regularly review the plans, budget, and progress of a large project to offer advice and identify potential issues.
Title 23, United States Code: The part of U.S. law that deals with highways, highway safety, and mass transit programs.
Transportation Research Board (of the National Academies): An independent, non-profit organization that provides objective advice on national policy and scientific/technical matters related to transportation.

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3 EVENTS

FEB 2

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

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DEC 4, 25

Introduced in House

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DEC 4, 25

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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