North Carolina Rural Bridges and Highway Safety Act

This bill would authorize a five-year federal transportation grant program for underserved rural communities in North Carolina to repair or replace structurally deficient bridges, improve hazardous highway segments, and strengthen connections to major employers, hospitals, and emergency services. Funds would be prioritized for projects demonstrating clear safety benefits, local or state matching support, and measurable improvements in access to jobs and essential care, with the Department of Transportation required to publish annual progress and spending reports.