ATIIP Reauthorization and Improvement Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8565
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-29: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-08T08:06:24Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H.R. 8565: Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act
Purpose
This bill reauthorizes the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP), which funds projects to improve infrastructure for walking, biking, and other non-motorized travel. It extends federal funding support for these initiatives through fiscal year 2031.
Key Provisions
- Short Title: Officially named the "Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act" or "ATIIP Reauthorization and Improvement Act."
- Funding Authorization (amending Section 11529(j) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act):
- Authorizes $250 million annually from the Highway Trust Fund (excluding the Mass Transit Account) for fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
- Funds are available for obligation (meaning they can be committed to projects) and administered like funds apportioned under Chapter 1 of Title 23, U.S. Code (federal highway funding rules).
- Funds remain available until fully spent and cannot be transferred to other programs.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Extends the ATIIP program's authorization beyond its current expiration (implied from prior law up to fiscal year 2026).
- Increases and stabilizes annual funding at $250 million per year for five fiscal years, with explicit rules on availability and non-transferability to ensure dedicated use.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) gains continued authority to distribute funds; state and local transportation agencies receive more reliable funding for active transportation projects.
- Citizens: Improves access to safer walking and biking infrastructure, potentially enhancing public health, reducing traffic congestion, and promoting environmental sustainability.
- No direct international relations impact noted.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal Government: DOT and Congress (via Highway Trust Fund).
- State and Local Governments: Primary recipients for building and maintaining bike lanes, sidewalks, and related infrastructure.
- Citizens and Communities: Pedestrians, cyclists, urban planners, and public health advocates benefiting from expanded non-motorized transport options.
- Advocacy Groups: Organizations supporting active transportation, such as biking and walking nonprofits.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Strengthens fiscal commitment by specifying contract authority and fund protections, aligning with existing federal highway laws without altering core program eligibility or project selection.
- Constitutional: No apparent challenges; uses established congressional spending power under Article I.
- Political: Bipartisan sponsorship (introduced by Reps. Pappas, Huffman, Quigley); reinforces infrastructure priorities from the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act amid ongoing debates on transportation funding and sustainability.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (3)
Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2], Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5], Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-29: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2026-04-29: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-29: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act — issued 2026-04-29 — PDF (2 pages)