HR Bill 3209 I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-05-11

Bill 118 hr 3209, also known as the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate Interstate Highway 27 (I-27) as a primary north-south route in the state of Texas. If passed, the bill would require the Secretary of Transportation to designate I-27 as a route that runs from the northern border of Texas to the southern border, connecting major cities such as Amarillo, Lubbock, and Laredo. This designation would provide federal funding for improvements and maintenance of the highway, ensuring its safety and efficiency for drivers. Proponents of the bill argue that designating I-27 as a primary route would promote economic development and improve transportation infrastructure in Texas. They believe that the highway plays a crucial role in connecting rural and urban areas, facilitating commerce and travel throughout the state. Opponents of the bill have raised concerns about the cost of designating I-27 as a primary route and the potential impact on other transportation projects in Texas. They argue that the state should prioritize funding for existing highways and infrastructure before designating new primary routes. Overall, the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023 is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to impact transportation infrastructure in Texas. Its passage would designate I-27 as a primary north-south route, providing federal funding for improvements and maintenance to ensure the highway's safety and efficiency.

Recent Activity

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 229.

Alternative Names

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

To amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to designate the Texas and New Mexico portions of the future Interstate-designated segments of the Port-to-Plains Corridor as Interstate Route 27, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

I-27 Numbering Act of 2023

Policy Areas

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact

Geography and mapping

New Mexico

Oklahoma

Roads and highways

Texas

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28]

Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]

Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]

Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]

Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]

Rep. Gooden, Lance [R-TX-5]

Committees and Subcommittees

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Highways and Transit Subcommittee

Variations and Revisions

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

This bill designates the future interstate highway system portions of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor within the states of Texas and New Mexico as Interstate Route I–27.

In Texas, from Ste...

Bill 118 hr 3209, also known as the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate Interstate Highway 27 (I-27) as a primary north-south route in the state of Texas.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3209

Introduced on
2023-05-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/29/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

This bill designates the future interstate highway system portions of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor within the states of Texas and New Mexico as Interstate Route I–27.

In Texas, from Ste...

Bill 118 hr 3209, also known as the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to designate Interstate Highway 27 (I-27) as a primary north-south route in the state of Texas.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to designate the Texas and New Mexico portions of the future Interstate-designated segments of the Port-to-Plains Corridor as Interstate Route 27, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact
Geography and mapping
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Roads and highways
Texas

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/4/2023

I–27 Numbering Act of 2023

This bill designates the future interstate highway system portions of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor within the states of Texas and New Mexico as Interstate Route I–27.

In Texas, from Ste...


Latest Action11/29/2023
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 229.