REPAIR Act

3/8/2023, 8:12 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2334

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 2334

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.

Current Status of Bill HR 2334

Bill HR 2334 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 1, 2021. Bill HR 2334 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 1, 2021.  Bill HR 2334's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of April 2, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2334

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2334

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

Advanced technology and technological innovationsCommutingDisability assistanceHealth care coverage and accessInfrastructure developmentMotor vehiclesPublic transitResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentRoads and highwaysRural conditions and developmentSocial security and elderly assistanceState and local financeTransportation programs fundingUrban and suburban affairs and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2334

REPAIR ActTo establish an innovative mobility and technology deployment grants program, and for other purposes.REPAIR ActReinvesting in Essential Partnerships And Infrastructure for Rural America Act
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