The good, the bad, and the ugly: early signals for reauthorization

The debate over the surface transportation reauthorization bill is already underway, and early proposals show just how much is at stake for the future of our transportation system.

As Congress gears up for surface transportation reauthorization, a slew of marker bills has emerged. These standalone proposals signal priorities, test ideas, and lay the groundwork for the final package. While they rarely pass on their own, these bills play an outsized role in shaping the debate. Taken together, they offer an early look at whether federal transportation policy is moving toward building a more accountable, multimodal system or doubling down on outdated approaches.

So far, the picture is mixed. Here’s a look at three recent proposals that together capture the good, the bad, and the ugly of where things might be headed.

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