Resilient Highways Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3777 Resilient Highways Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3777

Bill 117 HR 3777, also known as the Resilient Highways Act of 2021, aims to improve the resilience of highways in the United States. The bill focuses on enhancing the durability and ability of highways to withstand natural disasters and other extreme events.

Key provisions of the bill include funding for research and development of innovative materials and technologies that can improve the resilience of highways. This includes exploring new construction techniques, materials, and designs that can better withstand the impacts of climate change, such as flooding, hurricanes, and wildfires.

The bill also calls for the establishment of a grant program to support state and local governments in implementing resilient highway projects. This funding would help communities across the country strengthen their transportation infrastructure and better prepare for future disasters. Additionally, the Resilient Highways Act of 2021 emphasizes the importance of incorporating resilience into the planning and design of new highway projects. By considering the potential impacts of climate change and other hazards from the outset, the bill aims to ensure that highways are built to last and can continue to serve communities effectively in the face of evolving challenges. Overall, the Resilient Highways Act of 2021 seeks to promote the development of more resilient transportation infrastructure in the United States, helping to protect public safety, reduce economic disruptions, and enhance the long-term sustainability of the nation's highways.

Congressional Summary of HR 3777

Resilient Highways Act of 2021

This bill addresses projects to improve the resiliency of federal-aid highways, bridges, and tunnels on and off the National Highway System.

Specifically, the bill

allows states to use up to 15% of funds apportioned under the national highway performance program for projects to mitigate the risk of recurring damage or the cost of future repairs from extreme weather, flooding, and other natural disasters on infrastructure that is part of the National Highway System;
provides for a maximum federal cost-share of up to 100% for these projects; and
authorizes emergency relief funds to be used to pay for these projects, including raising roadway grades, deepening channels to prevent flooding, improving drainage, and stabilizing slopes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3777

Bill HR 3777 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3777 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3777's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 9, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3777

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3777

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

Atmospheric science and weatherFloods and storm protectionNatural disastersRoads and highwaysSolid waste and recyclingTransportation programs funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3777

Resilient Highways Act of 2021To amend title 23, United States Code, to ensure that Federal-aid highways, bridges, and tunnels are more resilient, and for other purposes.Resilient Highways Act of 2021

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