Maryland SB59 mandates impact assessments for major highway capacity expansion projects and requires the development of multimodal transportation.

Maryland SB59, the Transportation and Climate Alignment Act of 2026, requires the Department of Transportation to perform impact assessments for major highway capacity expansion projects and develop corresponding multimodal transportation programs. These programs must offset greenhouse gas emissions and prioritize overburdened and underserved communities. The bill also mandates evaluations of major capital projects for their impact on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled.

Maryland SB59 mandates impact assessments for major highway capacity expansion projects and requires the development of multimodal transportation.

Maryland SB59, the Transportation and Climate Alignment Act of 2026, requires the Department of Transportation to perform impact assessments for major highway capacity expansion projects and develop corresponding multimodal transportation programs. These programs must offset greenhouse gas emissions and prioritize overburdened and underserved communities. The bill also mandates evaluations of major capital projects for their impact on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled.