The Cool Corridors Act extends and expands the existing Healthy Streets program through 2030 to help communities combat extreme heat by planting trees and installing shade infrastructure along walking, biking, and transit routes. The legislation broadens eligible project recipients to include transit agencies, schools, and environmental organizations, and allows funding for tree planting, shade structures, smart heat-monitoring sensors, and workforce training in urban forestry. The bill prioritizes investments in disadvantaged communities and neighborhoods with historically low tree coverage or high heat exposure, recognizing that these areas often lack sufficient cooling infrastructure. Within five years, the Transportation Secretary must report to Congress on program outcomes and recommend whether to make it permanent. This bill addresses growing concerns about extreme heat's impact on public health and infrastructure while improving transportation corridor safety and accessibility for all users.
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