Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act

House Bill 5943 - Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5943 Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:33 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5943

Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act

This bill amends the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 to permit the use of public transportation security assistance grant funds for backfill associated with security training.

Funds provided pursuant to such a grant for a specified authorized use shall, with two exceptions, remain available for use by a grant recipient for at least 36 months.

Any such funds used for security improvements for public transportation systems or security improvements for stations and other public transportation infrastructure, including those owned by state or local governments, shall remain available for at least 55 months.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5943

Bill HR 5943 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 7, 2016. Bill HR 5943 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on September 7, 2016. Bill HR 5943's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of September 27, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5943

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5943

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Government studies and investigations

- Public transit

- Transportation programs funding

- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5943

Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act

To amend the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 to clarify certain allowable uses of funds for public transportation security assistance grants and establish periods of performance for such grants, and for other purposes.