IMPACT Act 2.0

This bill pushes states to use cleaner, better-performing cement, concrete, and asphalt in road projects. It covers the extra cost of these low‑emissions materials and adds a small 2% bonus to encourage adoption. It also offers technical help to update state standards and track emissions. The plan sets aside $15 million for 2025–2027 to support this work. A public directory of approved low‑emissions materials must be built, with a clear 180‑day process for states to submit new materials and get decisions; approved options can be used in any highway project.

States can also lock in supply and price by signing multi‑year contracts for innovative, U.S.-made materials that are more durable or have stronger performance (like better strength or workability) or better environmental or energy performance. Payments can’t be made before delivery, and contracts must include safeguards like no advance payments and proof the producer is moving toward full production; failure to show progress can end the deal. “Low‑emissions” here means materials that cut greenhouse gases below what’s commonly sold today.

Key points:

• Who is affected: State transportation departments, road builders, material producers, and drivers in communities with road work.
• What changes: Extra-cost reimbursements, a 2% incentive, technical help, a public directory of eligible materials, and permission for multi‑year purchase contracts with strong consumer protections .
• When: Directory process within 180 days; funding runs from 2025 to 2027 .