Bills · S 1953
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1953Transportation and Public Works
Complete Streets Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 4· LAST ACTION JUN 4
READING
19MIN
COSPONSORS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could lead to significant changes in how roads are planned and built across the country, making them safer and more accessible for everyone. Currently, many roads are designed with only cars in mind, creating hazards for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, and limiting options for people who can't or choose not to drive. If this bill becomes law, it would push states and local communities to create more balanced transportation networks.
This could improve public safety by reducing accidents involving different road users, promote healthier lifestyles by encouraging walking and biking, and reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions by making public transit and alternative transportation more viable. Without this bill, the adoption of "complete streets" principles would remain voluntary and inconsistent across states and communities, leading to continued disparities in road safety and accessibility.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
States would be required to establish a competitive 'complete streets' program by October 1 of the second full fiscal year after the bill becomes law.
This provision ensures a nationwide effort to create multi-modal, safe roads, rather than leaving it to individual state discretion.
PROVISION 02
States must begin providing grants for the design and construction of 'complete streets' by October 1 of the third full fiscal year after the bill becomes law.
This provides financial incentives for local communities to adopt and implement 'complete streets' policies and projects.
PROVISION 03
The Secretary of Transportation must develop and make available benchmarks and guidance for states and local entities within one year of enactment.
This ensures consistent standards and best practices for planning and evaluating 'complete streets' projects nationwide.
PROVISION 04
Eligible local entities seeking program funds or technical assistance must first adopt a 'complete streets policy' approved by their state or a metropolitan planning organization.
This ensures that local project proposals are part of a broader, strategic commitment to inclusive road design.
PROVISION 05
State complete streets programs must ensure equitable service to underserved municipalities, neighborhoods, rural areas, Tribal areas, and communities of color, including low-income people.
This aims to address historical inequities in transportation infrastructure by directing resources to communities most in need.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
D· Massachusetts
YRS IN OFFICE
51
BILLS LED
160
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 4 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 4
Introduced in Senate
JUN 4
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1953
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 4, 2025
Last actionJun 4, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 4, 2025
Senate BillS 1953Transportation and Public Works
Complete Streets Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 4, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 4, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
19 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
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