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Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act
12/30/2022, 5:32 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3744
Bill 117 hr 3744, also known as the Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act, aims to improve public transportation infrastructure in communities across the United States. The bill focuses on increasing access to reliable and affordable transit options, with a particular emphasis on underserved and low-income areas.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for the expansion and improvement of public transit systems, as well as support for innovative transportation solutions such as bus rapid transit and bike-sharing programs. The bill also includes measures to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities, including funding for the installation of wheelchair ramps and other accessibility features.
Additionally, the Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act includes provisions to promote sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging the use of electric and low-emission vehicles in public transit fleets. The bill also aims to create jobs and stimulate economic growth through investments in transit infrastructure projects. Overall, the Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act seeks to enhance the quality of life for residents in communities across the country by providing them with improved and more accessible transportation options. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards building stronger and more resilient communities through better transit.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for the expansion and improvement of public transit systems, as well as support for innovative transportation solutions such as bus rapid transit and bike-sharing programs. The bill also includes measures to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities, including funding for the installation of wheelchair ramps and other accessibility features.
Additionally, the Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act includes provisions to promote sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging the use of electric and low-emission vehicles in public transit fleets. The bill also aims to create jobs and stimulate economic growth through investments in transit infrastructure projects. Overall, the Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act seeks to enhance the quality of life for residents in communities across the country by providing them with improved and more accessible transportation options. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards building stronger and more resilient communities through better transit.
Congressional Summary of HR 3744
Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act
This bill requires the Department of Transportation to establish a grant program to support operating projects for public transportation (e.g., service expansion) and related capital improvements, particularly in underserved communities and areas of persistent poverty.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3744
Bill HR 3744 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3744 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3744's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 9, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3744
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
88Democrat Cosponsors
88Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3744
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3744
Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to establish a program to provide grants to eligible recipients for eligible operating support costs of public transportation and associated capital improvements, and for other purposes.
Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act
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