Transportation Act

The act consolidates a state's transportation functions under a single department headed by a commissioner, setting out that agency's powers and duties across highways, public transit, rail, and marine and other modes. A substantial portion governs railroad safety — requiring inspection of tracks, bridges, and crossings, certification of passenger trains, accident investigation and reporting, and enforcement against operators that fail to comply. It also establishes dedicated funds and accounts to finance transportation projects and related grant programs, and authorizes the department to contract for construction, maintenance, and other services, including through design-build agreements and public-private partnerships.

Editorial summary generated from the text of this act. It is not part of the statute — read the sections below for the operative language.