Transit Bus Procurement Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 5893 Transit Bus Procurement 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.

2/8/2022, 11:14 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5893

Transit Bus Procurement Act

This bill directs the General Services Administration (GSA) to provide access to GSA sources of supply (schedules) for buses to recipients or subrecipients of federal public transportation grant assistance to purchase buses for public transportation.

The Department of Transportation must restrict schedule access to recipients or subrecipients in areas with a population of

less than 200,000, and
200,00 or more with 100 or fewer buses in fixed route service during peak hours.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5893

Bill HR 5893 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2020. Bill HR 5893 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2020. Bill HR 5893's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of February 13, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5893

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5893

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Motor vehicles

- Public contracts and procurement

- Public transit

- Transportation programs funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5893

Transit Bus Procurement Act

To amend title 40, United States Code, to provide certain purchasing authority for recipients or subrecipients of grants under chapter 53 of title 49 of such Code, and for other purposes.

Transit Bus Procurement Act