H.R.8748

Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 2026

Introduced·5/12/26

Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 2026 amends transportation research programs and establishes a Transportation Statistics.

The Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 2026 updates various transportation research programs, including technology and innovation programs related to highway and intermodal transportation systems, extending their fiscal years from 2027 through 2031. It also amends the university transportation centers program to include a review of safety standards related to the transportation of hazardous materials on freight rail.

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History

May 20

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

May 20

House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

May 12

House

Introduced in House