Transportation: Quick-Build Pilot Program.

Assembly Member Zbur's Quick-Build Pilot Program legislation establishes a framework for expedited, low-cost transportation improvements on California's state highway system, with an emphasis on bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The program requires the Department of Transportation to develop and publish implementation guidance by December 31, 2027, followed by the identification and funding commitment for at least six quick-build improvements statewide by December 31, 2028.

The bill defines quick-build improvements as installations of signage, lane markings, and other low-cost measures intended to enhance bicycle and pedestrian facility safety on state highways. These projects must align with the department's forthcoming guidance for district-level implementation. The program operates under a sunset provision, with the authorizing statute set to expire on January 1, 2030.

While the legislation mandates funding commitments for the minimum number of projects, it does not require new appropriations, indicating that the Department of Transportation may utilize existing resources to fulfill these obligations. The program creates a standardized process for implementing rapid transportation improvements while maintaining oversight through structured timelines and departmental responsibilities.