SMART CITIES TRANSPORTATION PLANNING STUDY.

SEC. 6027. SMART CITIES TRANSPORTATION PLANNING STUDY. (a) In general.—The Secretary may conduct a study of digital technologies and information technologies, including shared mobility, data, transportation network companies, and on-demand transportation services— (1) to understand the degree to which cities are adopting those technologies; (2) to assess future planning, infrastructure, and investment needs; and (3) to provide best practices to plan for smart cities in which information and technology are used— (A) to improve city operations; (B) to grow the local economy; (C) to improve response in times of emergencies and natural disasters; and (D) to improve the lives of city residents. (b) Components.—The study conducted under subsection (a) shall— (1) identify broad issues that influence the ability of the United States to plan for and invest in smart cities, including barriers to collaboration and access to scientific information; and (2) review how the expanded use of digital technologies, mobile devices, and information may— (A) enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of existing transportation networks; (B) optimize demand management services; (C) impact low-income and other disadvantaged communities; (D) assess opportunities to share, collect, and use data; (E) change current planning and investment strategies; and (F) provide opportunities for enhanced coordination and planning. (c) Reporting.—Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary may publish the report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a) to a public website.