Bill · H.R. 8801· House(119-HR-8801)
DC ROADS Act
- Introduced
- 5/13/2026
- Last activity
- 5/20/2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 18.
- Sponsored by
- Scott Perry
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "DC ROADS Act," aims to stop the implementation of congestion tolls in Washington, D.C. It prevents the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any such tolls and prohibits the Mayor from enforcing them. The legislation also amends the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to include this prohibition. A congestion toll is defined as any charge for entering or passing through a specific zone. These zones could include roadways, bridges, tunnels, approaches, or ramps within or entering the District of Columbia.
Yes· 3 of 20
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+5
Highly beneficial for those who must drive from outside the city to work or visit.
Does this give the federal government more power?+5
Increases federal oversight by restricting the DC local government's legislative authority.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+4
Prevents a regressive tax that would disproportionately affect lower-income drivers.
The opposite· 3 of 5
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-3
Prevents a congestion toll which is typically used to reduce traffic volume and carbon emissions.
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?-3
Removes an incentive for commuters to switch from cars to public transportation.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-2
May discourage shifts from private vehicles to public transit by removing a cost incentive.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Prevention of new driving charges: The bill stops the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting any act, resolution, or requirement that imposes a congestion toll (Section 2(a)). This prevents individuals from being charged for entry into or passing through certain geographic areas.
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Prevention of toll enforcement: The bill ensures the Mayor of the District of Columbia cannot enforce requirements that impose a congestion toll (Section 2(a)). This provides a safeguard against the enforcement of such charges.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are listed in the text: The provided text focuses entirely on the prohibition of congestion tolls and does not contain information regarding potential negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+5Good For Business Owners+4Good For Low Income Households+4Good For Middle Class Households+3Good For High Income Households+2Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Billionaires+1Good For Farmers+1Good For High Net Worth Individuals+1Good For Middle Aged+1Good For Retirees+1Good For Seniors+1Good For Students+1Good For Ultra High Net Worth Individuals+1Good For Union Workers+1Good For Young Adults+1Good For Urban Residents-1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit-3Reduces Carbon Emissions-3Improves Environmental Protections-2Improves Roads And Bridges-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+5Improves Interstate Commerce+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 5/20/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 18.
- 5/13/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House