LIFT America Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 1848 LIFT America Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1848

The LIFT America Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 1848, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to invest in America's infrastructure and create jobs. The bill focuses on improving the country's transportation, energy, broadband, and water infrastructure.

Specifically, the LIFT America Act includes provisions to invest in clean energy projects, such as wind and solar power, as well as modernizing the electric grid. It also allocates funding for expanding broadband access in rural and underserved areas, which is crucial for economic development and education.

Additionally, the bill addresses the need for upgrading the country's transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public transportation systems. This investment is seen as essential for improving safety and efficiency in the transportation sector. Furthermore, the LIFT America Act includes measures to improve water infrastructure, such as upgrading aging water systems and addressing contamination issues. This is important for ensuring clean and safe drinking water for all Americans. Overall, the LIFT America Act is aimed at creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and improving the quality of life for all Americans through investments in critical infrastructure projects.

Congressional Summary of HR 1848

Leading Infrastructure For Tomorrow’s America Act or the LIFT America Act

This bill establishes several programs and incentives to modernize the nation's communications, drinking water, energy, transportation, health care, and other related infrastructure.

For example, the bill provides incentives to make broadband internet more accessible and affordable. It also establishes grants to implement next generation 9-1-1 services.

In addition, it supports drinking water programs, including the drinking water state revolving fund program. Further, it provides grants to treat perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as PFAS) in drinking water and to replace lead service lines.

The bill establishes a variety of programs to support clean energy infrastructure and address climate change, including efforts to (1) modernize the electric grid and make it more resilient, efficient, and secure; (2) increase energy efficiency in buildings; and (3) support renewable energy infrastructure.

Further, it provides incentives for vehicle infrastructure, such as incentives to develop infrastructure for electric vehicles and grants to reduce air pollution at ports by electrifying port infrastructure.

Additionally, the bill establishes grants and programs for health care infrastructure, including by providing support for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, laboratories, and state, local, tribal, and territorial health departments.

Finally, the bill reauthorizes grant programs to remediate brownfield sites (i.e., sites contaminated with hazardous substances) through FY2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1848

Bill HR 1848 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2021. Bill HR 1848 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2021. Bill HR 1848's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States. as of January 20, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1848

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Science, Technology, Communications

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Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAdult education and literacyAgingAgricultural conservation and pollutionAir qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesAppropriationsBanking and financial institutions regulationBuilding constructionBusiness investment and capitalBuy American requirementsCardiovascular and respiratory healthChild care and developmentClimate change and greenhouse gasesCommunity life and organizationComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentCredit and credit marketsDepartment of CommerceDepartment of EnergyDigital mediaDisability and paralysisDisaster relief and insuranceDrug, alcohol, tobacco useEconomic developmentEducation programs fundingEducational facilities and institutionsElectric power generation and transmissionElementary and secondary educationEmergency communications systemsEmergency medical services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEnergy assistance for the poor and agedEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy pricesEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental educationEnvironmental healthEnvironmental regulatory proceduresEnvironmental technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Financial services and investmentsFirst responders and emergency personnelFood assistance and reliefFood industry and servicesForeign language and bilingual programsForests, forestry, treesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsHealth programs administration and fundingHealth technology, devices, suppliesHigher educationHome and outpatient careHousing and community development fundingHousing industry and standardsHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIndian social and development programsIndustrial facilitiesInfectious and parasitic diseasesInfrastructure developmentIntergovernmental relationsInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaLabor standardsLabor-management relationsLaw enforcement administration and fundingLibraries and archivesLicensing and registrationsLighting, heating, coolingLow- and moderate-income housingManufacturingMedicaidMedical educationMental healthMetalsMinority healthMotor carriersMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersNatural disastersPerformance measurementPoverty and welfare assistancePreschool educationPublic contracts and procurementPublic housingPublic utilities and utility ratesPublic-private cooperationRacial and ethnic relationsRegional and metropolitan planningResidential rehabilitation and home repairRight of privacyRoads and highwaysRural conditions and developmentSmall businessSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSolid waste and recyclingState and local financeState and local government operationsTax-exempt organizationsTechnology transfer and commercializationTelecommunication rates and feesTelephone and wireless communicationTransportation programs fundingUnemploymentUrban and suburban affairs and developmentVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVocational and technical educationWages and earningsWater qualityWater resources fundingWater use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1848

LIFT America ActTo rebuild and modernize the Nation's infrastructure to expand access to broadband and Next Generation 9-1-1, rehabilitate drinking water infrastructure, modernize the electric grid and energy supply infrastructure, redevelop brownfields, strengthen health care infrastructure, create jobs, and protect public health and the environment, and for other purposes.LIFT America ActLeading Infrastructure For Tomorrow’s America ActBroadband Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act of 2021

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