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Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 11:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7642

Bill 117 hr 7642, also known as the Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide financial assistance to cities that host the Olympic Games in order to help them improve their transportation infrastructure.

The bill outlines that cities hosting the Olympic Games face significant challenges in managing the increased demand on their transportation systems. This can lead to congestion, delays, and other issues that impact the overall success of the Games. By providing financial assistance, the bill aims to help these cities upgrade their transportation infrastructure to better accommodate the influx of visitors and athletes during the Olympic Games.

Specifically, the bill allocates funding to eligible cities to support projects such as expanding public transportation systems, improving roads and highways, and enhancing pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. The funding provided by the bill is intended to supplement existing transportation budgets and help cities make necessary improvements in a timely manner. Overall, the Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022 seeks to ensure that cities hosting the Olympic Games have the necessary resources to enhance their transportation infrastructure and provide a smooth and efficient experience for all participants and spectators.

Congressional Summary of HR 7642

Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022

This bill authorizes through FY2034 the Department of Transportation (DOT) to prioritize providing grants for surface transportation projects relating to international Olympic, Paralympic, and Special Olympics events, including for temporary facilities, equipment, operations, and maintenance that meet the extraordinary needs associated with hosting such events.

DOT must take all reasonable efforts to provide assistance for such events, including by developing intermodal transportation plans and expediting federal review of requests with regards to the events.

Authority under the bill to provide grants and assistance terminates on September 30, 2034.

Current Status of Bill HR 7642

Bill HR 7642 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2022. Bill HR 7642 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 3, 2022.  Bill HR 7642's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of May 4, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7642

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7642

Primary Policy Focus

Sports and Recreation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7642

Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022
Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act of 2022
To provide assistance for surface transportation projects relating to international Olympic, Paralympic, and Special Olympics events.

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