Bill · S. 5222· Senate(119-S-5222)
DRIVE Across America Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 8/3/2026
- Last activity
- 8/3/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Catherine Cortez Masto
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill establishes the Cleaner Transportation at Recreational Areas to Improve our Landmarks and Sites (Cleaner TRAILS) Initiative. The initiative aims to facilitate the installation of zero-emission vehicle fueling infrastructure and the use of zero-emission vehicles on National Forest System land, National Park System land, and certain related land. The strategy includes increasing the number of zero-emission vehicles in agency fleets and shuttle operations. It also focuses on supporting the use of emerging mobility options and zero-emission recreational vehicles. Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance electric vehicle adoption at locations supporting travel and tourism, such as airports.
Yes· 3 of 16
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+6
The bill promotes zero-emission vehicle infrastructure and usage to reduce emissions on public lands.
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+4
The bill focuses on electric vehicle charging infrastructure which supports renewable energy integration.
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+4
The bill provides resources to modernize transportation management on federally managed public lands.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Access to Zero-Emission Charging: The bill facilitates the installation of zero-emission vehicle fueling infrastructure on covered land, which includes National Forest and National Park lands (Section 3(a)).
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Support for Travelers and Tourists: The strategy includes providing information to the public regarding the availability of local transportation services and existing or planned fueling infrastructure (Section 3(b)(1)(M)).
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Improved Transportation Options: The initiative supports the use of emerging mobility options, such as micromobility and ridesharing, and seeks to increase the number of zero-emission vehicles used in shuttle operations (Section 3(b)(1)(5)).
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Job and Workforce Development: The strategy includes developing training programs and workforce development programs to help agency staff transition to zero-emission technologies (Section 3(b)(1)(R)).
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Enhanced Tourism Support: The bill directs consideration toward increased adoption of electric vehicles at locations that support travel and tourism, including around airports (Section 6(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Potential for User Fees: The bill allows for the collection of user fees for publicly accessible and agency-accessible zero-emission vehicle fueling infrastructure (Section 3(b)(1)(O)).
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Impact on Utility Infrastructure: The expansion of fueling infrastructure may require upgrading utilities, which involves considerations regarding the electric grid and communication infrastructure (Section 3(b)(1)(Q)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Carbon Emissions+6Improves Public Land Management+4Increases Renewable Energy Investment+4Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Public Transit+3Improves Roads And Bridges+2Improves Rural Development+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Union Workers+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2Improves Small Business Support+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2Improves Government Transparency+1
- 8/3/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Jacky RosenDemocrat · Nevada
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland