Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act
To amend title 23, United States Code, to increase flexibility for emergency relief projects, and for other purposes.
The Transportation Emergency Relief Extension Act, known as HB4847, aims to make it easier for states to get quick help for transportation emergencies. This bill would give more flexibility to states in how they use federal funds to fix urgent transportation issues. This could include repairs after natural disasters, sudden accidents, or other emergencies that disrupt travel and commerce.
This bill would affect state and local governments, transportation agencies, and the general public by allowing them to respond faster to transportation emergencies. By making it easier to access funds quickly, the bill hopes to reduce delays and ensure that roads, bridges, and other infrastructure are restored more efficiently.
HB4847 was introduced on August 1, 2025, and is currently being reviewed by the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit within the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is in its early stages, and further steps will include committee review, possible amendments, and votes before it can move forward in the legislative process.
