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Responsible BUILD Act
12/29/2022, 10:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7339
The Responsible BUILD Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 7339, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote responsible and sustainable infrastructure development across the country.
One key aspect of the Responsible BUILD Act is its focus on ensuring that infrastructure projects are environmentally friendly and energy efficient. The bill includes provisions that require projects to meet certain sustainability standards and prioritize the use of renewable energy sources.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the infrastructure development process. It includes measures to ensure that projects are properly vetted and that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. Another important component of the Responsible BUILD Act is its emphasis on promoting economic growth and job creation. The bill includes provisions that prioritize projects that will create jobs and stimulate economic development in underserved communities. Overall, the Responsible BUILD Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote responsible and sustainable infrastructure development in the United States. It addresses key issues such as environmental sustainability, transparency, and economic growth, and aims to ensure that infrastructure projects benefit both the country and its citizens.
One key aspect of the Responsible BUILD Act is its focus on ensuring that infrastructure projects are environmentally friendly and energy efficient. The bill includes provisions that require projects to meet certain sustainability standards and prioritize the use of renewable energy sources.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the infrastructure development process. It includes measures to ensure that projects are properly vetted and that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. Another important component of the Responsible BUILD Act is its emphasis on promoting economic growth and job creation. The bill includes provisions that prioritize projects that will create jobs and stimulate economic development in underserved communities. Overall, the Responsible BUILD Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote responsible and sustainable infrastructure development in the United States. It addresses key issues such as environmental sustainability, transparency, and economic growth, and aims to ensure that infrastructure projects benefit both the country and its citizens.
Congressional Summary of HR 7339
Responsible, Better Understanding of Infrastructure Leveraged Dollars Act or the Responsible BUILD Act
This bill establishes the Office of the Special Inspector General for Infrastructure Projects within the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Specifically, the office shall provide for independent and objective (1) supervision of certain infrastructure projects; and (2) leadership and coordination of, and recommendations on, policies designed to promote efficiency and effectiveness and to prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse related to such projects.
The office must submit quarterly reports to Congress and DOT on state spending of infrastructure funding.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7339
Bill HR 7339 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 31, 2022. Bill HR 7339 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2022. Bill HR 7339's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. as of April 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7339
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7339
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7339
Responsible BUILD Act
Responsible BUILD Act
Responsible, Better Understanding of Infrastructure Leveraged Dollars Act
To establish the Office of the Special Inspector General for Infrastructure Projects, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7339
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