hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Modifies federal highway funding formula for states starting 2026.
Reps. Roy (R-TX), Weber (R-TX), and Cuellar (D-TX).
Introduced in the House, no vote yet.
This bill, introduced by Representatives Roy, Weber, and Cuellar, proposes to change how federal money for various highway programs is distributed to states starting in fiscal year 2026. Currently, it has only been introduced in the House and referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, meaning it's in the very early stages of the legislative process.
Introduced Mar 3, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 3, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. For it to become law, it must pass through committee, be approved by the full House, then pass the Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
This bill changes how the federal government calculates how much highway funding each state receives. Starting in 2026, states would be guaranteed to receive at least 95% of the estimated highway tax payments their residents contribute to the federal Highway Trust Fund. This could mean some states receive more federal money for their roads than before, while others might receive less, potentially impacting local road quality and infrastructure projects.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue it ensures states receive a fairer share of highway funds based on their contributions.
Critics Say
Critics might worry it could disadvantage states with lower tax revenues or fewer drivers, potentially impacting their infrastructure.
Those in favor would likely highlight that the bill brings more equity to federal highway funding by ensuring states get back a significant portion of what their highway users pay into the federal system. On the other hand, opponents might express concern that this formula could lead to uneven distribution, potentially harming states that rely more on federal support for their transportation needs, or not aligning with national infrastructure priorities.