The House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities is a parliamentary committee that examines matters related to federal transportation policy, infrastructure funding, housing, and community development. The committee reviews legislation, conducts studies on policy issues, and hears from witnesses including municipal representatives. Federation of Canadian Municipalities and individual municipalities present to this committee on issues affecting local governments, such as infrastructure funding programs, housing policy, and transportation investments. Committee recommendations can influence federal policy and funding decisions affecting municipalities. Provincial and municipal associations monitor committee work and seek opportunities to present local government perspectives on federal policies within the committee's mandate.