ROCKS Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1672 ROCKS 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, 1:50 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1672

Rebuilding Our Communities by Keeping aggregates Sustainable Act of 2021 or the ROCKS Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to establish a working group of stakeholders (e.g., state, tribal, and local transportation and planning agencies) with knowledge and expertise in the production and transportation of materials used in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure projects to conduct a study on access to such materials, including access to stone, sand, and gravel.

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Current Status of Bill S 1672

Bill S 1672 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2021. Bill S 1672 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2021. Bill S 1672's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 18, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1672

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1672

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies

- Congressional oversight

- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research

- Government studies and investigations

- Infrastructure development

- Materials

- Regional and metropolitan planning

- Transportation costs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1672

ROCKS Act

A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a working group to conduct a study on access to certain resources for infrastructure projects, and for other purposes.

ROCKS Act

Rebuilding Our Communities by Keeping aggregates Sustainable Act of 2021