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Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9235| House 
| Updated: 6/9/2026
George Whitesides

George Whitesides

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Joe Neguse (Democratic)Jay Obernolte (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to enhance the resilience of the nation's transportation infrastructure against natural disasters by amending title 23 of the United States Code, which governs federal highway programs. It introduces new requirements for both metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. Specifically, the bill mandates that metropolitan planning organizations and states, in their respective transportation plans, must identify existing transportation facilities most vulnerable to frequently occurring natural disasters within their areas. Furthermore, these plans must pinpoint which facilities are most critical for maintaining operational continuity during or immediately following a natural disaster. Finally, the legislation requires the identification of specific improvement projects necessary to ensure the continued operation of these essential transportation assets.
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Timeline
Jun 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • June 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-9235| House 
| Updated: 6/9/2026
This legislation aims to enhance the resilience of the nation's transportation infrastructure against natural disasters by amending title 23 of the United States Code, which governs federal highway programs. It introduces new requirements for both metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. Specifically, the bill mandates that metropolitan planning organizations and states, in their respective transportation plans, must identify existing transportation facilities most vulnerable to frequently occurring natural disasters within their areas. Furthermore, these plans must pinpoint which facilities are most critical for maintaining operational continuity during or immediately following a natural disaster. Finally, the legislation requires the identification of specific improvement projects necessary to ensure the continued operation of these essential transportation assets.
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Timeline
Jun 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • June 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
George Whitesides

George Whitesides

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Joe Neguse (Democratic)Jay Obernolte (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted