The Transportation Project Accountability Act of 2026 requires states to publicly report detailed information about major transportation projects they select for funding. Specifically, states must publish annual reports identifying all transportation projects costing over $10 million that are included in their improvement programs, along with explanations of why each project was selected, how well it aligns with state and national transportation goals, and what benefits it is expected to deliver. Each project must receive a score based on how much it contributes to established performance measures and national objectives like safety and economic growth. Starting one year after the bill's enactment, states must also review how well completed projects have actually delivered on their promised benefits and contributed to achieving transportation goals, incorporating these findings into their future planning. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in how states distribute federal transportation funding by making their decision-making process and results available to the public online.
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