Whereas the term smart technology refers to a range of technologies and devices, including automation, artificial intelligence, wireless and wired communications, sensors, actuators, smart meters, Internet of Things devices, data sharing, and data analytics, used in various applications to make cities and communities more efficient, resilient, and competitive; Whereas the integration of smart technology has the potential to revolutionize connectivity, mobility, sustainability, and 21st century workforce opportunities in our Nation’s cities, regions, and communities; Whereas, in 2015, the Department of Transportation released a report on the findings from the Smart City Challenge , in which 78 cities submitted innovative solutions to integrate technology to improve their city’s transportation infrastructure; Whereas the findings of the Smart City Challenge signaled positive steps toward improving how people and goods are transported while expanding accessibility and opportunity; Whereas the report also cited the integration of data platforms, combining public and private sector sources that allow policymakers to make more informed decisions on policy and budget issues; and Whereas American investment in infrastructure could promote employment opportunities while spurring the next generation of telecommunications technology, including 5G and dedicated short range communications (DSRC) technology: Now, therefore, be it