Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act

Overview: HR 2011, the "Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act", was introduced in the House on March 10, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to improve the safety of active transportation modes, such as walking and cycling, by implementing various measures and initiatives.

Key Provisions:
- Establishes a federal grant program to support the construction and maintenance of safe, accessible, and connected active transportation infrastructure
- Requires the development of national standards and guidelines for active transportation safety
- Mandates the collection and analysis of data on active transportation-related crashes and injuries to inform policy decisions

Affected Parties and Impacts: The legislation would primarily benefit pedestrians, cyclists, and other active transportation users by enhancing the safety and accessibility of the transportation network. State and local governments would also be impacted through the grant program and implementation of the new standards and guidelines.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further action, such as referral to a committee for consideration.