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R44332Transportation Policy

Federal-Aid Highway Program (FAHP): In Brief

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: July 2026
January 14, 2016

Summary

Federal-aid highways

Highway construction

Highway finance

Alternative finance

Highway Trust Fund

Highway use tax

Gasoline tax

User charges

Surface transportation reauthorization

FAST Act

Highway planning

Infrastructure

Transportation

Federal Lands Transportation Program

Federal Lands Access Program

Tribal Transportation Program

Transportation Alternatives

Appalachian Development Highway System

TIFIA

Ferry

Freight

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This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.