FHWA Seeks Comments on New Emergency Relief Information Collection
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The Federal Highway Administration is asking for public comments on a new information collection tied to Emergency Relief funding for roads and bridges damaged by natural disasters or similar events. The collection appears aimed at standardizing how damage information is reported to FHWA before emergency funds are approved. State transportation agencies and other highway authorities are the main groups affected. They may need to provide structured damage reports or related documentation if they apply for FHWA Emergency Relief funds. Comments are due by July 22, 2026.
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Key Changes
- FHWA has sent a new information collection request to OMB for approval.
- The collection concerns damage information for roads and bridges linked to Emergency Relief funding.
- Public comments on the proposed collection are due by July 22, 2026.
Obligations
What this law requires
Entities choosing to submit comments on the FHWA information collection request must identify the submission with DOT Docket ID Number 0727 and submit it through regulations.gov, fax, mail, or hand/courier delivery.