DRIVE Across America Act of 2026

This bill, titled the "DRIVE Across America Act of 2026," establishes the Cleaner Transportation at Recreational Areas to Improve our Landmarks and Sites (Cleaner TRAILS) Initiative . Its primary purpose is to facilitate the use of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and the installation of ZEV fueling infrastructure on National Forest System land, National Park System land, and certain related areas. The initiative requires collaboration between the Forest Service, National Park Service, the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, and the General Services Administration to achieve these goals. The appropriate agency heads are tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive interagency strategy to expand ZEVs, fueling infrastructure, and emerging mobility options across covered lands. This strategy includes conducting analyses for phased transitions, coordinating federal support, considering incentives for concessionaires, and developing consistent policies and partnerships. It also mandates policies for agreements with public and private entities for infrastructure, acquiring ZEVs for agency fleets, and providing public information on available charging infrastructure. A key provision involves increasing the number of ZEVs in the Forest Service and National Park Service fleets and shuttle operations to at least 125% of current levels or 25% of the total fleet by 2030, with provisions for documented barriers. The bill authorizes $100,000,000 annually for each of the National Park Service and Forest Service from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to carry out these provisions. Funds are subject to limitations, including not more than 20% for federal fleet acquisition, 30% for urbanized areas, and 4% for administrative costs. Beyond federal lands, the bill expands the role of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to consider increased ZEV adoption for travel and tourism, particularly around airports and federal lands. It amends existing law to create a 10% set-aside for grants for charging infrastructure that supports traveler electrification and long-haul travel. Furthermore, it modifies the Electric Vehicle Working Group to become a Commission, broadening its scope to include the travel, tourism, and outdoor recreation sectors, and requires annual reports on the initiative's progress and challenges.