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BillHR 8607 · 119

Equitable Transit Oriented Development Support Act

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds support for transit-oriented development projects, helping communities build near public transportation. Requires the Department of Transportation to provide grants and technical assistance for these projects.

Sponsored By

Mark DeSaulnier
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects local communities and low-income residents by providing funding for affordable housing and development near public transportation, making it easier for people to access jobs, schools, and services. It also impacts urban planners and developers by giving them resources to design more equitable and sustainable communities.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeTransportation and Infrastructure Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.