United StatesTransportation planning groups would have to change their structure
If enacted, metropolitan planning organizations made up entirely of gubernatorial appointees would have one year to change their designation or structure.
What it does
Within one year after enactment, metropolitan planning organizations made up entirely of gubernatorial appointees would have to change their designation or structure under federal transportation rules.
Argument forAffected planning groups could have clearer options for meeting federal structure rules because the measure provides two paths and a deadline.
Argument againstAffected planning groups may face organizational disruption and added work because they would have to redesignate or restructure within one year.
More detail
An affected metropolitan planning organization would have to be redesignated or restructured. This applies to a metropolitan planning organization designated under federal transportation law that consists entirely of gubernatorial appointees. The organization must choose one of two paths: redesignation under the referenced federal provision or restructuring to meet another referenced provision. The supplied text does not explain the detailed requirements of those referenced provisions. The organization would have to complete one of these actions no later than one year after the Act is enacted.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Looking ahead
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History
- 2026
- Sep 17Introduced in HouseLatest
- Sep 17Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.Introduced
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