Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2023

12/27/2023, 2:36 PM

Summary of Bill S 3439

Bill 118 s 3439, also known as the Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2023, aims to promote research and development in the construction industry to improve the durability, sustainability, and performance of concrete and asphalt materials. The bill recognizes the importance of these materials in infrastructure projects and seeks to incentivize innovation in their production and use.

Specifically, the bill establishes a grant program to fund research projects that focus on developing new technologies and techniques for producing concrete and asphalt that are more environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and long-lasting. These grants will be awarded to universities, research institutions, and private companies that demonstrate a commitment to advancing the field of construction materials.

Additionally, the bill directs the Department of Transportation to establish a task force to study the current state of concrete and asphalt technology and make recommendations for future research and development efforts. The task force will also be responsible for identifying barriers to innovation in the industry and proposing solutions to overcome them. Overall, the Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2023 seeks to drive progress in the construction industry by supporting research and development in concrete and asphalt materials. By investing in new technologies and techniques, the bill aims to improve the quality and sustainability of infrastructure projects across the country.

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Current Status of Bill S 3439

Bill S 3439 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 7, 2023. Bill S 3439 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 7, 2023.  Bill S 3439's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of December 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3439

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3439

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3439

Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2023Concrete and Asphalt Innovation Act of 2023A bill to strengthen and enhance the competitiveness of cement, concrete, asphalt binder, and asphalt mixture production in the United States through the research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of technologies to reduce emissions from cement, concrete, asphalt binder, and asphalt mixture production, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3439

R
Christopher A. Coons
Delaware(Democrat)
R
Thom Tillis
North Carolina(Republican)

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