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This bill establishes the Transportation Equity Committee, an advisory body to the Secretary of Transportation, designed to provide independent recommendations on comprehensive transportation issues. The committee will consist of 9 to 15 members appointed by the Secretary, representing diverse backgrounds including academia, community groups, industry, advocacy organizations, tribal governments, and underserved communities. Members will serve two-year terms with a maximum of two consecutive reappointments and will focus on evaluating transportation policies' impact on economic development, connectivity, and public engagement. The committee is required to meet at least twice annually in an accessible public venue, and a full-time federal employee will be designated as the committee's coordinator, responsible for administrative tasks such as calling meetings, maintaining records, and publishing meeting notices in the Federal Register. The committee's primary purpose is to provide strategic recommendations to the Secretary, though final policy implementation decisions remain with the Secretary. The bill specifically aims to ensure comprehensive, interdisciplinary perspectives are considered in transportation planning and policy, with a particular emphasis on equity and opportunity across different communities and regions.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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