Transportation Equity Act

Hozzl · 2023-03-08T20:12:35Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3649 Transportation Equity 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.

3/8/2023, 8:12 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3649

Transportation Equity Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to reestablish the Transportation Equity Committee. The committee must study, advise DOT about, and develop a strategic plan concerning transportation equity issues.

The committee must also evaluate the work of DOT in

connecting people to economic and related forms of opportunity;
revitalizing communities through strategic, research, technological, regulatory, community engagement, and economic policy activities related to transportation and opportunity; and
ensuring equal access to transportation for all residents.

In addition, DOT must appoint a full-time federal employee to serve as coordinator and act as the designated federal officer for the committee.

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Current Status of Bill S 3649

Bill S 3649 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2022. Bill S 3649 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 15, 2022. Bill S 3649's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S708) as of February 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3649

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3649

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3649

Transportation Equity Act

A bill to establish an advisory committee to provide independent advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Transportation regarding comprehensive, interdisciplinary issues relating to transportation from a variety of stakeholders in transportation planning, design, research, policy, and advocacy, and for other purposes.