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18 hours ago

Tech groups urge caution as Alaska committee considers human-operator requirement for commercial autonomous vehicles Industry witnesses told the House Community and Regional Affairs Committee that HB 217would require a human safety operator in commercial autonomous vehicles, effectively blocking driverless truck deployments and testing; committee set an amendment deadline of April 13 and requested clarifying notes on testing implications.

Alaska's proposed HB 217 could halt the future of commercial autonomous vehicles, putting the state at risk of being left behind in innovation.

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Citizen Portal News California

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20 hours ago

Hanford seeks $565,000 design change order to convert East Lacey Boulevard to "complete streets" Council reviewed a $565,000 change order to QK to redesign East Lacey Boulevard from a five‑lane arterial to a complete‑streets corridor (one travel lane each direction, protected bike/ped facilities, medians, transit stops); staff said the redesign increases total design costs to about $1.6M but unlocks major grant eligibility.

Hanford is set to transform East Lacey Boulevard into a pedestrian-friendly corridor with a $565,000 design change that promises to unlock significant grant opportunities!

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1 day ago

City administrator says ALDOT will stage short detour for roundabout work; town hall maps coming City Administrator Fort Hamley told the Orange Beach City Council that ALDOT plans a short, likely three-day detour for final roundabout and median work north of the bridge, with one northbound lane maintained and public maps to be provided at a forthcoming town hall meeting.

Get ready for a brief detour in Orange Beach as ALDOT plans three days of roundabout work, promising less hassle and more convenience for travelers!

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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2 days ago

TPO board approves $342,000 FDOT-backed lighting project on East Adamo Drive The Hillsborough County TPO board approved a $342,000 TIP amendment to install lighting along a two‑mile segment of East Adamo Drive (State Road 60) between N. 22nd Street and U.S. 41, funded primarily through FDOT advanced construction and delivered via a roadway illumination services agreement.

Hillsborough County is set to enhance pedestrian safety with a $342,000 lighting project on East Adamo Drive, just in time for the new school year!

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2 days ago

TPO adopts Beers Avenue multimodal safety study after presenters cite pedestrian crash cluster The board approved the Beers Avenue multimodal safety study, which found high pedestrian stress and several pedestrian and bicycle crashes (2021–2025) and recommends lighting, shared‑use paths, mid‑block pedestrian hybrid beacons, lane reconfiguration, and intersection improvements.

Hillsborough County's TPO has just adopted a pivotal safety study highlighting alarming pedestrian crash clusters and ambitious plans for safer streets!

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Citizen Portal News Alabama

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2 days ago

Dothan approves Safe Streets grant application, staff says studies will focus on public feedback areas The commission approved Resolution 2026-90 to apply for a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant not to exceed $432,000 (with an estimated $108,000 city match). City staff said the funding will support studies of priority areas identified by public feedback.

Dothan City is set to enhance road safety with a new $432,000 grant aimed at improving pedestrian and driver conditions based on community feedback!

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Citizen Portal News Oklahoma

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4 days ago

Votes at a glance: Senate Aeronautics & Transportation advances several House bills including True Grit Trail and Route 66 plate The Senate Aeronautics and Transportation Committee advanced multiple House bills on a range of topics — trails and tourism, administrative updates, digital credentials and transportation fees — voting to advance eight bills and adjourning with more bills to consider next week.

The Senate Aeronautics and Transportation Committee just advanced a series of transformative bills, including the exciting "True Grit Trail" aimed at boosting tourism in southeast Oklahoma!

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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5 days ago

Schuylkill County commissioners approve transportation grants, contracts and supplemental budget adjustments Commissioners voted to apply for PennDOT multimodal grants for Keystone Boulevard and Bridge 6, approved contracts for coroner services and resilience planning, and adopted multiple prior-year and supplemental budget adjustments; most motions passed by roll call (Padora and Hess yes; Hetherington absent).

Schuylkill County commissioners are making big moves with new transportation grants and budget adjustments that could reshape local infrastructure!

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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6 days ago

Active transportation committee presents bike/pedestrian crash data and asks council to fund striping, parking and trail standards At the March 25 Cedar City Council meeting, the Active Transportation Committee presented crash trends showing a rise in bicycle incidents in 2025 and asked the city to prioritize separated bike lanes, bike parking and trail standards to boost safety and ridership.

Cedar City's Active Transportation Committee reveals alarming crash trends and calls for urgent action to enhance bike safety and boost ridership!

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Citizen Portal News California

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1 week ago

Staff warns San Antonio Road Complete Streets grant may require far more work and money than application suggests Traffic engineer Steven Sun told the commission the 1.9-mile San Antonio Road Complete Streets grant is federalized and will require phased FHWA/Caltrans approvals, ADA upgrades and structural pavement repairs that are not in the original concept documents; staff said a detailed re-evaluation of scope and cost is needed before proceeding.

The North San Antonio Road Complete Streets project may face unforeseen challenges and skyrocketing costs, putting its future in jeopardy.

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Citizen Portal News Illinois

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1 week ago

Elgin staff and police brief council on e‑bikes and e‑scooters as state weighs uniform rules City staff and the police commander told the council that Elgin’s calls and citations for micromobility devices are low but rising; staff recommended maintaining the current ordinance while monitoring state legislation and preparing targeted local measures if needed.

Elgin officials are urging the city to hold steady on micromobility regulations as state lawmakers scramble to define the future of e-bikes and e-scooters.

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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1 week ago

Pflugerville bond advisory panel reviews proposed FM 685 relief routes, Melber Lane and downtown parking At a bond advisory meeting, city staff presented a package of FM 685 "relief routes," three major roadway projects and a downtown parking proposal totaling roughly $104 million for the transportation/downtown slate (preliminary estimates raise the broader program near $185 million); committee members asked for more fiscal context and scheduled financial review on April 20.

Pflugerville is gearing up for a major transportation overhaul with a proposed $185 million bond package aimed at easing congestion and revitalizing downtown!

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Citizen Portal News California

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1 week ago

Greenfield accepts federal Reconnecting Communities planning grant to study pedestrian overcrossings and feasibility work Council accepted a USDOT Reconnecting Communities planning grant (staff cited $793,856 reimbursable of a $992,320 total award) to fund planning, feasibility and design work for new and widened overcrossings at Apple, Walnut and Oak avenues; the project must be completed by June 30, 2028 and council approved $60,000 in supplemental appropriations for the current fiscal year (corrected to fund 230).

Greenfield City Council secures a $793,856 federal grant to enhance pedestrian and bicycle access across US 101, paving the way for safer, wider overcrossings!

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Citizen Portal News Idaho

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1 week ago

Caldwell council votes 5–1 to accept $400,000 bid for crossing upgrades and to establish railroad quiet zone The Caldwell City Council approved Resolution 095‑26 to accept a bid and allocate up to $400,000 for railroad crossing security features, then approved Resolution 096‑26 to establish a railroad quiet zone; Council President Register voted in opposition citing pedestrian and intersection safety concerns and urged additional measures.

Caldwell City Council just voted 5-1 to invest $400,000 in railroad crossing upgrades and create a quiet zone, but not without controversy over safety concerns!

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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1 week ago

Mount Vernon authorizes design agreement for Kulshan Trail Phase 3 lighting; construction funds tied to SCOG grant Council authorized the mayor to execute an A&E professional-services agreement with Transpo Group for Phase 3 pedestrian lighting on the Kulshan Regional Trail; the project is federally funded through SCOG and construction funds must be obligated by year-end.

Mount Vernon is set to brighten up the Kulshan Regional Trail with new lighting and security features, thanks to a federally funded initiative!

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Citizen Portal News California

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1 week ago

Albany commission endorses San Pablo parallel bike project, asks staff to clear encroachment permit Alameda CTC presented design updates for two San Pablo corridor projects and the commission voted unanimously to recommend the city authorize an encroachment permit so construction can proceed on the parallel bike improvements, with timing to be coordinated around other city projects.

Albany's Transportation Commission just gave the green light for exciting new bike improvements on San Pablo Avenue, paving the way for safer cycling in our community!

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Citizen Portal News Colorado

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1 week ago

TAC approves set‑aside policy amendments after debate over signal‑spacing eligibility DRCOG staff presented amendments to the TIP set‑aside policy. Committee debated and ultimately approved a modification to remove a sentence requiring RTOT projects to be on segments with average signal spacing of no more than 1/2 mile, after concerns it could exclude many corridors. The motion to recommend the amended policy passed. (Discussion led by Josh Wenck, with Zeke Lynch proposing the change.)

After heated debates, a significant amendment to the transportation funding policy in Colorado could reshape project eligibility and prioritization for crucial technological advancements.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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1 week ago

Council approves microtransit study to examine transit gaps and feed fixed routes Council authorized a $74,332 study to identify microtransit options for underserved areas of Knoxville; transit director said the work will examine service gaps and how microtransit could complement fixed‑route service while preserving ADA paratransit obligations.

Knoxville is taking a big step towards better transit access for all, with a new study set to explore on-demand microtransit solutions that could transform lives in underserved neighborhoods.

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Citizen Portal News California

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2 weeks ago

Assembly panel advances bill to keep transit-camera parking enforcement in place The Assembly Transportation Committee voted to move AB 1837, which would remove the sunset on the authority for transit agencies to use forward-facing cameras to enforce parking in transit-only lanes and at bus stops, to the Committee on Privacy and Consumer Protection. Supporters said cameras cut delays and improve safety; committee members asked about error rates and privacy safeguards.

California's Assembly panel just advanced a bill that could revolutionize public transit by using cameras to enforce parking in bus lanes—promising reduced delays and enhanced safety!

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 weeks ago

Tennessee House on third reading: autonomous vehicles, medical practice, podiatry, rescue squad recognition and more pass The House passed a number of bills on third and final consideration, including measures on autonomous vehicles (SB 2253/HB 2302), medical practice updates adding clinical informatics and medical virtualists (SB 1753/HB 177), expanded podiatry authority (SB 2358/HB 2021), the Rescue Squad Recognition Act (SB 1110/HB 357), and accessibility signage for adult changing tables (SB 2529/HB 1912).

The Tennessee House just passed groundbreaking legislation on autonomous vehicles, medical practice, and even adult changing table signage—what does this mean for the future?

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2 weeks ago

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Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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3 weeks ago

Senate panel forwards Thomas Limehouse nomination to State Ports Authority after unanimous vote The Transportation Committee unanimously voted to give a favorable report to Thomas Limehouse, the governor's nominee to the State Ports Authority, after a confirmation hearing that covered his background, local residence near the Wando Terminal and board representation concerns.

Thomas A. Limehouse, a lifelong resident near the Wando Terminal, just received unanimous backing from the South Carolina Senate Transportation Committee for his nomination to the State Ports Authority.

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3 weeks ago

Transportation panel adopts DMV electronic‑titling amendment and advances cyclist‑yield bill The Senate Transportation Committee adopted a subcommittee amendment to H.B. 3,856 (a DMV cleanup bill enabling electronic titling) and reported it favorably; the committee also adopted a technical amendment and advanced S.B. 812 to allow cyclists to yield at red lights and stop signs when safe.

The Senate Transportation Committee has taken a significant step towards modernizing DMV processes and enhancing cyclist safety with new bills on electronic titling and the "Idaho stop."

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Citizen Portal News Ohio

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3 weeks ago

City staff outline 'Signature Trail' alignment, typologies and phased rollout City transportation planner JM Rayburn briefed the Dublin Planning & Zoning Commission on the Signature Trail study adopted by council on Dec. 8, 2025, describing an east–west alignment, three design typologies, preferred widths and a phased approach split into more than 20 segments.

Dublin's Signature Trail is set to transform connectivity across the city, featuring a strategic design that prioritizes safety and accessibility for all.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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3 weeks ago

Tennessee committee backs bill to regulate subterranean transit, amid safety and indemnity concerns The State and Local Government Committee advanced a wide-ranging bill that would create a statewide coordination council and a subterranean-transport authority for tunnel projects, while members pressed sponsors on indemnification, remediation and emergency-response authority.

A Tennessee Senate committee just took a major step toward regulating underground transportation, but what does this mean for safety and local interests?

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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3 weeks ago

Committee weighs bus-stop designs where bike lanes run alongside transit and reviews project updates; staff proposes newsletter City staff reviewed bus-stop design options (boarding islands, shared boarding, curbside) where bike lanes and transit coincide, discussed trade-offs for safety and ADA access, and provided updates on bike lanes, Glenville construction, Cotton Belt Trail and outreach, proposing a quarterly Active Transportation newsletter.

City staff are rethinking bus-stop designs to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians as they tackle new active-transportation projects in Richardson.

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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4 weeks ago

County launches unified transportation system; consultants and funding moves advance program Dooly County authorized technical assistance contracts and USDA grant applications in mid‑2000 and the unified transportation system (DCUTS) began limited operations in November, reporting 1,200 trips in its first 18 days.

Dooly County has officially launched its Unified Transportation System, completing 1,200 trips in just 18 days!

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

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4 weeks ago

Henderson City Council approves grant application and creates synthetic TIF to fund local match Henderson City Council unanimously approved two resolutions Sept. 25, 2023, to apply for a U.S. Department of Transportation Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods grant for the NCDOT S-Line Mobility Hub and to create a Synthetic Tax Increment Financing district to provide a local match (staff discussed a 5% city contribution).

Henderson City Council just took a major step toward enhancing local transit by securing federal funding for the NCDOT S-Line Mobility Hub!

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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4 weeks ago

Marshall County commissioners approve claims, call for bids on SP 045-602-023 and ask MnDOT to restudy speed limit on CSAH 54 At its Feb. 17 meeting the Marshall County Board of Commissioners approved audited claims and several resolutions, authorized bids for a highway project (SP 045-602-023) and passed a resolution requesting the Minnesota Department of Transportation to restudy the speed limit on County State Aid Highway 54; all actions carried on unanimous 5-0 votes.

The Marshall County Board of Commissioners has made significant moves, from approving nearly $1.5 million in claims to calling for a speed limit review on CSAH 54!

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4 weeks ago

Henderson City Council approves Elmwood redevelopment plan, backs $2.64M regional rail planning grant At its March 14 meeting, the Henderson City Council approved the Elmwood District Urban Redevelopment Plan after a public hearing, authorized a consultant to administer a CDBG grant, supported a $2.64 million USDOT RAISE planning application for the S-Line Mobility Hub, and approved multiple grants and consent items.

The Henderson City Council made significant strides in urban development by approving the Elmwood District plan and supporting a $2.64 million grant for regional rail improvements.

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