Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7301

Transportation: New Grants for Carpooling and Rural Travel

Maximizing Transportation Efficiency Act

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This bill, introduced by Congress, aims to make travel easier and cheaper by encouraging "Transportation Demand Management." This means using strategies like carpooling, vanpooling, and remote work to reduce the number of cars on the road and cut down on traffic jams.
A new $20 million annual fund would be created specifically for rural communities. These areas often have more elderly or low-income residents who may not own a car, and this money would help them get to jobs, schools, and doctor appointments through shared rides and better planning.
The bill also sets aside another $20 million for smaller traffic projects in towns and mid-sized cities. Previously, some of these federal grants were only available to giant cities with over 1 million people, but this change allows smaller communities to apply for help with local congestion.
To help workers, the plan encourages businesses to offer commuting benefits and supports "micromobility" options like bike paths. By making the transportation system more efficient, the bill aims to reduce the $74 billion that traffic congestion costs the U.S. every year.

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Jan 30, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

Introduced in House

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Maximizing Transportation Efficiency Act

Jan 27 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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Maximizing Transportation Efficiency Act

Bill NumberHR 7301

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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