Model Policies — Tennessee
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Enacts the Improving Manufacturing, Public Roads and Opportunities for a Vibrant Economy (IMPROVE) Act. Enacted. Read SB 1221 here.
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Tennessee IMPROVE Act (Revenue)
As part of a 6 cent gas tax increase, $100 million goes to municipal governments, with 1% of that designated for multimodal projects. Enacted. Read SB 0534 here.
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Tennessee Gas Tax Revenue Appropriation
33% of gas tax revenue is to be used for public transportation. SB 291 referred to Senate Committee. Read SB 291 here. HB 352 referred to House Committee. Read HB 352 here.
Success Stories

“Complete Communities” Law Creates Unique Collaboration Between Local Governments and Delaware DOT
On May 5, 2016, the Delaware General Assembly passed Senate Bill (SB) 130—the Complete Communities bill—which takes a unique policy approach whereby the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) and local communities work together to create more bikeable, walkable communities around...

Pennsylvania Transportation Bill Means Millions for Trails, Walking and Biking
When Pennsylvania passed a comprehensive transportation bill, Act 89, in 2013, it was a big win for walking and biking in the state. The bill allocates funding for all modes of surface transportation—roads, transit, and yes, even walking and biking.
Although trails, walking and biking must...