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START Act

12/31/2022, 9:00 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5156

The START Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5156, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of the START Act is to address issues related to nuclear arms control and non-proliferation.

The main provisions of the START Act include measures to strengthen the United States' nuclear arsenal, enhance verification and monitoring of nuclear weapons, and promote international cooperation on nuclear disarmament. The bill also aims to modernize the US nuclear infrastructure and ensure the safety and security of nuclear weapons.

Additionally, the START Act includes provisions to address emerging threats in the nuclear weapons landscape, such as cyber attacks and the development of new nuclear technologies. The bill seeks to enhance the US government's ability to respond to these threats and protect national security interests. Overall, the START Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address key issues related to nuclear arms control and non-proliferation. If passed, the bill would have significant implications for US national security and international relations.

Congressional Summary of HR 5156

Smart Technologies for Accessible and Resilient Transportation Act or the START Act

This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT), in coordination with any other applicable federal agencies to create, publish, and make available to the public online a Smart Community Resource Center to assist states and local communities in developing and implementing intelligent transportation system programs and smart city or community transportation programs.

Intelligent transportation systems are systems that

  • integrate advanced communications technologies into transportation infrastructure and vehicles, and
  • encompass wireless and traditional communications-based information and electronic technologies.

DOT shall develop and implement an annual competition for the Smart Cities Challenge, under which it shall provide competitive grants to communities of all sizes to implement smart transportation proposals.

The Government Accountability Office shall conduct a study on innovative financing and procurement for funding smart cities or community activities and associated demonstration projects.

Recipients of a Smart Cities Challenge grant shall submit quarterly reports to DOT regarding the development, implementation, and operation of their projects funded under the challenge.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5156

Bill HR 5156 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 3, 2021. Bill HR 5156 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 3, 2021.  Bill HR 5156's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of September 7, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5156

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5156

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5156

To promote the use of smart technologies and systems in communities, and for other purposes.
START Act
START Act
Smart Technologies for Accessible and Resilient Transportation Act

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5156

Yvette D. Clarke
Yvette D. Clarke
New YorkDemocrat

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