Steve Cohen (D-TN)
Safe Streets for All Reauthorization and Improvement Act
A Democratic bill with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 17 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Safe Streets for All Reauthorization and Improvement Act," aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It specifically seeks to modify the Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The amendment changes the requirements for planning grants by mandating that at least 20 percent of total program funds be awarded to specific eligible projects. Additionally, it extends the available funding for the program through the 2031 fiscal year.
Yes· 3 of 15
- Scored +5
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?
The bill extends funding and mandates a portion of funds specifically for eligible safe street and road projects.
- Scored +4
Would people in cities be better off under this?
The focus on street and road safety projects directly benefits residents in urban and populated areas.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
Increased funding for safe streets and roads can lead to safer environments for children.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Guaranteed Funding for Specific Projects: By requiring that not less than 20 percent of total amounts be awarded to eligible projects described in subsection (a)(3)(A), the bill ensures a dedicated portion of funds for those specific needs (Section 2.1).
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Extended Financial Support: The bill adds $5,000,000,000 for the period of fiscal years 2027 through 2031, providing continued resources for the program beyond 2026 (Section 2.2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in cities be better off under this? — The focus on street and road safety projects directly benefits residents in urban and populated areas. Would children be better off under this? — Increased funding for safe streets and roads can lead to safer environments for children. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Safer roads and improved street planning can benefit senior citizens' mobility and safety. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Investment in safe streets can help improve safety in diverse urban and suburban communities. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Investment in safe streets can help improve safety in diverse urban and suburban communities. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Investment in safe streets can help improve safety in diverse urban and suburban communities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Enhanced road safety and infrastructure improvements provide public benefits to low-income residents. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Infrastructure investment provides general utility and safety benefits to middle-income commuters. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Investment in safe streets can help improve safety in diverse urban and suburban communities. Would women be better off under this? — Increased street safety can lead to safer walking and transit environments for women. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Improved infrastructure benefits young adult commuters and pedestrians.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The $5 billion in additional funding for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program will likely support infrastructure-related jobs. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Extended funding for transportation safety programs supports long-term economic stability through improved infrastructure.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The bill extends funding and mandates a portion of funds specifically for eligible safe street and road projects.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Improved road safety and infrastructure can marginally assist low-income mobility.
- 6/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/6/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/17/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/19/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
- 9/18/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Sean CastenDemocrat · Illinois
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Maxine DexterDemocrat · Oregon
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Robert GarciaDemocrat · California
Timothy KennedyDemocrat · New York
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
George LatimerDemocrat · New York
James McGovernDemocrat · Massachusetts
Gwen MooreDemocrat · Wisconsin
Dave MinDemocrat · California
Joe NeguseDemocrat · Colorado
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Frederica WilsonDemocrat · Florida
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey