; 119 Stat. 1144). (2) The availability and accuracy of data necessary to calculate formula apportionments under the factors described in paragraph (1). (3) The measures established under section 150 of title 23, United States Code, and whether those measures are appropriate for consideration as formula apportionment factors. (4) Any other factors that the Secretary determines are appropriate. (d) Recommendations The Secretary, in consultation with State departments of transportation and representatives of local governments (including metropolitan planning organizations), shall develop recommendations on a new apportionment method, including— (1) the factors recommended to be included in the new apportionment method; (2) the weighting recommended to be applied to the factors recommended under paragraph (1); and (3) any other recommendations to ensure that the new apportionment method best achieves an equitable distribution of funds described under subsection (b)(1) and the goals described in subsection (b)(2). (e) Reports to Congress (1) Interim reports Not less frequently than annually during the period during which the Secretary is carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress an interim report on the progress of the study. (2) Final report On completion of the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a final report on the results of the study, including the recommendations under subsection (d).