H.R.7298

Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act of 2026

Introduced·1/30/26

Expands eligibility for transit-oriented development planning grants to include predevelopment activities.

The Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act of 2026 amends the Federal Public Transportation Act of 2012 to expand the eligibility criteria for the transit-oriented development planning grant program. It now includes predevelopment activities such as planning, site evaluation, engineering and architectural design, community engagement, feasibility studies, utility coordination, accessibility assessments, and other necessary site preparation activities.

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Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 31

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Jan 30

House

Introduced in House

Jan 30

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.