; and (B) is an eligible entity under this section. (4) Smart Grid The term Smart Grid means a system that provides for any of the smart grid functions set forth in section 1306(d) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 ( 42 U.S.C. 17386(d) ). . (b) Clerical amendment The analysis for chapter 5 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item: 520. Advanced transportation technologies program. . (c) Conforming amendment Chapter 5 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by striking section 503(c)(4). 6002. Connected vehicle deployment pilot program (a) In general Chapter 5 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: 521. Connected vehicle deployment pilot program (a) Establishment (1) In general The Secretary of Transportation shall establish a connected vehicle deployment pilot program to make grants, on a competitive basis, to spur operational deployments to meet the transportation needs of eligible entities through the use of the best available and emerging intelligent transportation systems. (2) Goals The goals of the program shall be to— (A) spur connected vehicle technology deployment through wirelessly connected vehicles that interact with a connected environment, including mobile devices, infrastructure, and other elements; (B) realize safety, mobility, and environmental impacts through operational deployments; (C) capture and use new forms of connected vehicle and mobile device data to support improved surface transportation system performance and enhanced performance-based management; (D) encourage partnerships of multiple stakeholders (including private companies, State and local agencies, transit agencies, commercial vehicle operators, freight shippers, and transportation network companies)