REPAIR Act

Reinvesting in Essential Partnerships And Infrastructure for Rural America Act or the REPAIR Act

This bill revises the fixed guideway capital investment grant program to include rural start projects within the program. It also directs the Department of Transportation to establish an innovative mobility and technology deployment grants program to assist states, local governments, or publicly owned operators of public transportation with financing certain public transportation projects.

The bill also provides additional funding and flexibility for other transportation projects, including for projects in areas that are designated as medically underserved.

The REPAIR Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 2334, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address and improve the nation's infrastructure, specifically focusing on repairing and upgrading roads, bridges, and other critical transportation systems.

The REPAIR Act proposes allocating significant funding towards infrastructure projects across the country, with the aim of creating jobs, improving safety, and enhancing the overall efficiency of transportation networks. The bill also includes provisions for increasing investment in public transportation, modernizing airports, and expanding broadband access in rural areas.

Additionally, the REPAIR Act emphasizes the importance of sustainability and resilience in infrastructure development, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and preparing for the impacts of climate change. The bill also includes measures to streamline the permitting process for infrastructure projects, in order to expedite their completion and reduce costs. Overall, the REPAIR Act seeks to address the longstanding issues facing the nation's infrastructure and provide much-needed improvements to support economic growth and enhance quality of life for all Americans.