DC ROADS Act

Bill Number

H.R. 8801

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 2

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2026-05-20: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 18.

Last Updated

2026-06-09T18:20:23Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose This legislation aims to prevent the District of Columbia from imposing any form of congestion toll on roadways, bridges, tunnels, or related infrastructure within or entering the city.

Key Provisions

• The bill prohibits the DC Council from enacting and the Mayor from enforcing any law or requirement that imposes a congestion toll.
• It amends the District of Columbia Home Rule Act by adding a new restriction (paragraph 11) that bars the District from enacting measures related to congestion tolls.
• The term "congestion toll" is defined as any charge for entering or passing through a designated congestion tolling zone, which includes any roadways, bridges, tunnels, approaches, or ramps in the District of Columbia.
• The short title is the "DC Rejecting Oppressive Automotive Driving Surcharges Act" or "DC ROADS Act."

Significant Changes to Existing Law The bill modifies Section 602(a) of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act by inserting a new limitation on the District's legislative authority, expanding the list of prohibited actions beyond the current paragraphs 9 and 10.

Potential Impacts

• Limits the DC government's ability to implement or enforce congestion pricing policies.
• Affects drivers, commuters, and residents by preventing additional charges for entering or traveling through certain areas of the District.
• No direct effects on international relations are addressed in the legislation.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• The Council of the District of Columbia and the Mayor of the District of Columbia.
• Residents, commuters, and visitors who use District roadways.
• The U.S. Congress, which retains oversight authority over the District.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The measure reinforces Congress's authority under the Home Rule Act to restrict specific local policies in the District of Columbia, representing a direct federal limitation on the District's self-governance in the area of transportation pricing.

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Sponsor

Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]

Recent Actions

• 2026-05-20: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 18.
• 2026-05-20: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
• 2026-05-13: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
• 2026-05-13: Introduced in House
• 2026-05-13: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

• DC Rejecting Oppressive Automotive Driving Surcharges Act — issued 2026-05-13 — PDF (2 pages)