Kids on the Go Act of 2025

This bill encourages states to hire a “Safe Routes to School” coordinator by covering more of the cost for related projects. If a state employs this coordinator, the federal government would pay 95% of the cost for eligible Safe Routes to School projects and activities, leaving the state to cover only 5%. These projects can make it safer and easier for kids to walk or bike to school, such as improving crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike paths, and supporting safety programs in communities.

Key points

• Who is affected: States, local communities, schools, students, and families.
• What changes: States that hire a Safe Routes to School coordinator get a 95% federal share for eligible projects, reducing the state’s share to 5%.
• When: This change would take effect if the bill becomes law by amending federal transportation rules for Safe Routes to School.