# Complete Streets Act of 2025

The Complete Streets Act requires that when roads are built or rebuilt with federal funding, they must be designed to safely accommodate all types of transportation users—not just cars. This means sidewalks for pedestrians, bike lanes for cyclists, public transit options, and safe crossings for people with disabilities all need to be included in road projects, rather than being added as an afterthought or left out entirely.

Right now, many road projects focus almost exclusively on moving car traffic as quickly as possible. This bill changes that approach by saying that federal money for transportation should create streets that work for everyone. If you're a parent who wants your kids to safely bike to school, a senior who relies on walking to get around, someone who uses a wheelchair, or a person who depends on buses for transportation, this bill aims to make that easier. It also benefits drivers by reducing congestion through better-designed intersections and improved traffic flow that comes from having multiple transportation options available.

The practical effect is that the next time your city or state gets federal funding to repair or expand a road, they'll need to think about more than just cars. They'll have to plan for safe pedestrian crossings, consider where bus stops should go, and make sure people with disabilities can navigate the street. This doesn't mean every street becomes a pedestrian mall, but it does mean transportation planners have to balance the needs of all users, not just drivers. Communities that have implemented complete streets approaches have generally seen fewer accidents, more people walking and biking, and healthier neighborhoods overall.