Reduce traffic congestion by improving infrastructure and streamlining transportation project approvals.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Breaking the Gridlock Act?
The House passed H.R. 1834 on January 7, 2026, but the bill has seen no action since that date. The Senate must now decide whether to schedule a vote, which serves as the primary constraint for the legislation. History shows that many bills passed by one chamber fail to advance in the Senate, making the future of this effort uncertain.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Breaking the Gridlock Act (H.R. 1834 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
230–196
Next up: The Senate · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 626 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 626 (118th) →Passed · Jan 8, 2026
Breaking the Gridlock Act passed the House 230–196.
Vehicles
Who’s behind it
James McGovern (D-MA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.