FAST Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1148, also known as the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act of 2017, is a comprehensive piece of legislation that focuses on improving and modernizing the nation's transportation infrastructure. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 16, 2017, and was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 4, 2017.

The FAST Act of 2017 authorizes funding for a wide range of transportation programs, including highways, transit, and rail. It provides $305 billion over five years for these programs, with the goal of improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the nation's transportation systems.

One of the key provisions of the FAST Act is the establishment of a new competitive grant program called the Nationally Significant Freight and Highway Projects Program. This program provides funding for projects that improve the movement of freight and reduce congestion on the nation's highways. The bill also includes provisions to streamline the environmental review process for transportation projects, in order to expedite project delivery and reduce costs. Additionally, the FAST Act includes measures to improve the safety of the nation's transportation systems, such as requiring the installation of positive train control technology on certain rail lines. Overall, the FAST Act of 2017 is aimed at addressing the nation's transportation infrastructure needs and ensuring the continued safety and efficiency of the nation's transportation systems.