SB 716: Commissioner of Highways; certain agreements with U.S. Department of Transportation.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Commissioner of Highways; certain agreements with the U.S. Department of Transportation; National Environmental Policy Act. Authorizes the Commissioner of Highways to enter into agreements for a term of five years with the U.S. Department of Transportation, as provided for in federal law, regarding state assumption of responsibility for categorical exclusions and the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program. The bill authorizes the Department of Transportation to assume certain responsibilities of the U.S. Secretary of Transportation pursuant to such agreement. Under the bill, the Commonwealth waives its immunity from civil suit in a federal court under certain circumstances. The bill contains an expiration date of five years after the date on which the first agreement is entered into. This bill is identical to HB 411.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. April 6, 2026Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0134)
2. April 6, 2026Approved by Governor-Chapter 134 (effective 7/1/2026)
3. March 10, 2026Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
4. March 10, 2026Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
5. March 4, 2026Signed by President
6. March 4, 2026Signed by Speaker
7. March 4, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB716)
8. March 4, 2026Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB716ER)
9. March 4, 2026Enrolled
10. February 27, 2026Passed House (96-Y 0-N 0-A)
11. February 27, 2026Read third time
12. February 26, 2026Read second time

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