Public Comment: Surface Transportation Reauthorization
The USDOT is inviting the public to provide ideas, comments, and information for consideration in the development of its next surface transportation authorizing legislation.
With the current authorization set to expire on September 30, 2026, this effort seeks to capture input from entities who might be significantly affected by administrative actions.
Comments are encouraged from:
- State, Local, & Tribal Governments
- Small Businesses
- Consumers & NGOs
- Transportation System Operators & Service Providers
- Manufacturers & Trade Associations
Such stakeholders can provide valuable insight and suggestions to support the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill, which will focus on modernizing America's infrastructure by improving safety, streamlining federal processes, promoting economic growth, and strengthening partnerships.
The deadline for comments is August 20th ... visit the Federal Register to contribute!
Why Reauthorization?
Regular reauthorization of our nation’s surface transportation programs is vital to national and economic security.
The current reauthorization, included in the Infrastructure Investments & Jobs Act (IIJA), expires September 30, 2026.
Reauthorization sets funding levels, policy directives, and programmatic requirements for agencies like FHWA, FMCSA, FRA, FTA, NHTSA, and PHMSA.
