Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7298
Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act of 2026
Transit Planning: Grants for Neighborhood Development Near Public Transportation
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by Representative Simon, would turn a temporary pilot program into a permanent grant program. It provides money to help cities plan neighborhoods designed so people can easily walk to buses or trains.
- The plan expands what the money can be used for. In addition to basic planning, cities could use the funds for work like engineering, architectural design, and talking to the community to see what they need before construction starts.
- A major goal of the bill is to make transit areas easier to use for everyone. It requires projects to improve access for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities by adding things like better bike paths and easier ways to reach transit services.
- If passed, the government would set aside $75 million each year from 2027 through 2031 to fund these grants. This money would help local leaders figure out how to fix old utility lines and infrastructure so new housing can be built near transit hubs.
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Milestones
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Jan 30, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 30, 2026
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act of 2026
Bill NumberHR 7298
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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