Bills · HR 8514
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 8514Transportation and Public Works
Active Transportation for Public Lands Act
This bill mandates a minimum funding requirement for non-motorized transportation infrastructure on America's public lands.AI-written
INTRO APR 27· LAST ACTION APR 27
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AI-writtenGuarantees that 5% of federal land transportation budgets are spent on bike paths, walking trails, and pedestrian safety projects.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenTransportation on federal lands has historically focused on cars, which can lead to traffic congestion and safety risks for walkers. By carving out a guaranteed percentage of funding for 'active transportation,' the bill aims to make public lands more accessible to people who don't want to or cannot drive. It also supports the conversion of abandoned railroad corridors into recreational trails, potentially revitalizing unused land for public enjoyment.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
5% Funding Mandate
It creates a permanent minimum spending level for pedestrian and bike projects, ensuring they are not ignored in favor of car-centric road repairs.
PROVISION 02
Broad Definition of Active Transportation
It explicitly covers sidewalks, bike signals, traffic calming, and lighting, giving land managers clear authority to build comprehensive safety features.
PROVISION 03
Rail-to-Trail Conversion
Allows the use of federal funds to turn abandoned railroad tracks into pedestrian and bicycle corridors.
PROVISION 04
ADA Compliance Focus
Ensures that infrastructure projects specifically include features that make public lands accessible to individuals with disabilities.
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YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
29
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 27
Introduced in House
APR 27
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 8514
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 27, 2026
Last actionApr 27, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 27, 2026
House BillHR 8514Transportation and Public Works
Active Transportation for Public Lands Act
This bill mandates a minimum funding requirement for non-motorized transportation infrastructure on America's public lands.AI-written
INTRODUCED APR 27, 2026· LAST ACTION APR 27, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
5%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
0
COMPLEXITY
Simple
