The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) is seeking public comment by August 20 for the development of the next Surface Transportation Authorization. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2026.
In particular, DOT seeks comments from entities significantly affected by administrative actions of DOT, including State, local, and tribal governments; small businesses; consumers; non-governmental organizations; transportation system operators and service providers; and manufacturers and their trade associations. Such stakeholders can provide valuable insight and suggestions to support the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill to address the nation's most essential infrastructure needs. As we approach reauthorization, DOT seeks to engage a broad range of stakeholders to assess what has worked, what needs improvement, and what new priorities should be included.
Through this Request for Information (RFI), DOT seeks information from stakeholders across transportation sectors on the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization. This RFI is intended to gather feedback, ideas, and recommendations to help inform legislative priorities and ensure future infrastructure programs focus on delivering safe and efficient surface transportation, without attaching unnecessary requirements. The reauthorization effort will focus on modernizing America's infrastructure by improving safety, streamlining Federal processes, promoting economic growth, and strengthening partnerships.
Written comments may be submitted electronically or via U.S. mail. Respondents are encouraged to submit comments electronically to ensure timely receipt. Please include your name, title, organization, postal address, telephone number, and email address.
Electronic Submission: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Search by using the docket number DOT-OST-2025-0468. Follow the instructions for submitting comments on the electronic docket site.
Email: STR2026@dot.gov. Please include the full body of your comments in the text of the electronic message and as an attachment.
Mail: Dockets Operation; U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building, Ground Floor, W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.