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Committee hears IIJA reauthorization briefing; presenter flags uncertainty over one‑time general fund programs

Senate Transportation Committee · January 16, 2026
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Summary

A federal transportation policy presenter told the Senate Transportation Committee that many IIJA programs are backed by one‑time general funds, creating uncertainty if Congress does not reauthorize or replace that funding; members asked about allocation mechanics, timing and match requirements.

A federal transportation policy presenter briefed the Senate Transportation Committee on Jan. 15 about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the near‑term uncertainty facing programs funded with one‑time general funds.

The presenter summarized how the IIJA funds highways and transit primarily through formula programs and funds aviation and rail largely through competitive grants. "It's the reauthorization of the IIJA," the presenter…

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