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Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2542

The Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2542, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to invest in and improve the country's infrastructure, including roads, bridges, public transportation, and broadband internet access.

One key aspect of the Infrastructure Expansion Act is the allocation of funding for infrastructure projects across the country. This funding would be used to repair and upgrade existing infrastructure, as well as to build new infrastructure where needed. The bill also includes provisions for increasing access to high-speed internet in rural and underserved areas, which is seen as crucial for economic development and growth.

Additionally, the Infrastructure Expansion Act aims to create jobs and stimulate the economy through infrastructure projects. By investing in infrastructure, the bill's supporters argue that the country will see long-term benefits in terms of increased productivity and competitiveness. Overall, the Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the country's infrastructure needs and promote economic growth. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters touting its potential benefits and opponents raising concerns about the cost and implementation of the bill.

Congressional Summary of HR 2542

Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023

This bill precludes absolute liability in any action against a property owner or contractor for certain federal infrastructure and transportation development projects for any injury associated with an elevation- or gravity-related risk occurring on those projects. This applies to federally owned or operated projects and to projects receiving federal financial assistance for infrastructure and transportation development.

In any such claim, a state must apply a liability standard that considers the comparative negligence of the injured person when such negligence is a proximate cause of an injury, and state law would otherwise apply absolute liability as the basis for such claim.

The bill applies to claims arising from projects in which a state or local government accepts federal financial assistance beginning on or after January 1, 2025.

Current Status of Bill HR 2542

Bill HR 2542 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2542 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023.  Bill HR 2542's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2542

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2542

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2542

Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023
Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2023
To preclude absolute liability in any action against a property owner or contractor for projects receiving Federal financial assistance for infrastructure and transportation development, and for other purposes.

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