FHWAFinal Rule
Projects of National and Regional Significance Evaluation and Rating
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Summary
This federal regulation establishes how the Department of Transportation will evaluate and rate major highway and transportation projects that are important to multiple states or the entire country. The rule helps decide which large infrastructure projects get funding and support based on their significance and impact.
Key Points
- 1The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will use a standardized evaluation process to assess which transportation projects are truly significant at the national or regional level
- 2Projects are rated based on factors like economic impact, congestion relief, safety improvements, and benefits to multiple states or regions
- 3This process helps prioritize which major infrastructure projects receive federal funding and attention
- 4The regulation applies to highway projects, bridges, and transportation infrastructure that cross state lines or have widespread impact
- 5States and local governments must follow this evaluation framework when proposing large transportation projects for federal support
Key Dates
Published
May 30, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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