PHASE Act of 2025

# PHASE Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does** The PHASE Act directs two federal agencies—the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Department of Transportation (DOT)—to focus on improving pedestrian and cyclist safety. NIST would research new technologies to make traffic control devices work better for both drivers and pedestrians. The DOT would create a grant program giving money to cities, tribes, and local governments to upgrade their streets with safety improvements like smarter crosswalks, wider buffer zones between cars and pedestrians, and better traffic signals. The bill also requires a study on physical barriers and other ways to protect pedestrians from traffic accidents. **Who It Affects** This bill would benefit pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users in communities across the country.

Local governments, cities, and Native American tribes would be eligible to apply for federal grants to improve their infrastructure. Drivers would also benefit from better traffic control systems designed with new technology. **Current Status** The bill is still in committee as of now, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Norma Torres (D-California) in the 119th Congress.