Bill > H282

This bill modifies North Carolina's transportation funding regulations regarding bicycle and pedestrian improvements by expanding the allowable use of Strategic Transportation Investments (STI) funds. Specifically, the bill removes previous restrictions that limited the North Carolina Department of Transportation's ability to financially support independent bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects. The changes broaden the funding scope to include not just federally funded projects, but also those funded by local governments. The bill eliminates complex previous language that had numerous exceptions and limitations on such funding, replacing it with a simpler provision that gives the Department more discretion in supporting bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects. By changing the language from "shall not" to "may" and expanding the definition of eligible funding sources, the bill provides greater flexibility for local and state transportation authorities to invest in bicycle and pedestrian improvements. The bill becomes effective immediately upon becoming law.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H282