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AACE Act

1/16/2025, 6:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5443

Bill 118 hr 5443, also known as the Advancing America's Connectivity and Economic Security (AACE) Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve connectivity and economic security in the United States by investing in critical infrastructure projects.

The AACE Act focuses on several key areas, including expanding access to high-speed internet in rural and underserved communities, modernizing transportation infrastructure, and promoting economic development through strategic investments. The bill also aims to strengthen cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats.

One of the main provisions of the AACE Act is the establishment of a grant program to fund infrastructure projects that will improve connectivity and economic security. This program will prioritize projects that benefit rural and underserved communities, as well as those that promote economic growth and job creation. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for infrastructure projects, reduce regulatory barriers, and encourage public-private partnerships to leverage private sector investment in critical infrastructure. Overall, the AACE Act seeks to address the challenges facing the United States in terms of connectivity and economic security by investing in infrastructure projects that will create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 5443

Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act or AACE Act

This bill relaxes requirements for the Department of the Interior in appraising and valuing real property for transactions over which Interior has jurisdiction.

Specifically, a private real property appraiser needs only to be licensed or certified in one state to perform appraisal or valuation services for real property over which Interior has jurisdiction. Currently, if a private assessor is used for a real property transaction within Interior's jurisdiction, that assessor must be licensed or certified in the state where that transaction occurs. 

When using private appraisers, Interior shall, to the maximum extent practicable, use private appraisers who are certified general real property appraisers licensed in the state where the transaction occurs.

Additionally, Interior may use a private appraiser who is licensed outside the state in which the transaction occurs only if private appraisers licensed in that state are unavailable, not assignment qualified, or not cost competitive. Interior must make the text of all policies related to such appraisals public.

 

Current Status of Bill HR 5443

Bill HR 5443 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since January 4, 2025. Bill HR 5443 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 13, 2023.  Bill HR 5443's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-230. as of January 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5443

Total Number of Sponsors
15
Democrat Sponsors
15
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
26
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5443

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight
- Employee hiring
- Licensing and registrations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5443

AACE Act
Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act
AACE Act
AACE Act
Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act
AACE Act
Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act
Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act
To establish a policy regarding appraisal and valuation services for real property for a transaction over which the Secretary of the Interior has jurisdiction, and for other purposes.

Comments

Raylan Eaton profile image

Raylan Eaton

440

11 months ago

I can't believe this new bill, it's going to have a huge impact on me and my family. I don't agree with it at all. It's just not fair.

Andre Han profile image

Andre Han

530

11 months ago

Hey y'all, have y'all heard about this new bill? It's supposed to be affecting us in VA. I'm not too sure about it, but I'm curious to learn more. Who else is wondering how this will impact us? #HRBill5443AACEAct #VA #politics #inquiringminds #republican #64yearsold #UnitedStates

Valeria Lewis profile image

Valeria Lewis

431

11 months ago

Ugh, this new bill is so dumb! It's gonna mess everything up for me and my fam. Why can't they just leave things alone? It's so frustrating! #annoyed