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STOP NJ CONGESTION Act

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3531

The STOP NJ CONGESTION Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3531, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing congestion issues in the state of New Jersey. The bill focuses on improving transportation infrastructure and reducing traffic congestion in the state.

One of the key provisions of the STOP NJ CONGESTION Act is the allocation of funding for the construction of new roads, bridges, and public transportation systems in New Jersey. This funding is intended to help alleviate congestion on the state's highways and improve overall transportation efficiency.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize the use of public transportation and carpooling in order to reduce the number of single-occupancy vehicles on the road. This is seen as a way to further alleviate congestion and reduce emissions from vehicles. The STOP NJ CONGESTION Act also includes provisions for the implementation of new technologies, such as smart traffic management systems and congestion pricing, to help manage traffic flow and reduce congestion in high-traffic areas. Overall, the STOP NJ CONGESTION Act is aimed at improving transportation infrastructure and reducing congestion in New Jersey through a combination of funding, incentives, and technological solutions.

Current Status of Bill HR 3531

Bill HR 3531 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3531 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023.  Bill HR 3531's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of May 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3531

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3531

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3531

STOP NJ CONGESTION Act
STOP NJ CONGESTION Act
Stop Taxation of Overburdened People from New Jersey by Correcting Obnoxious New Gimmick and Ensuring the Stability of Transportation Infrastructure from Obstinate Neighbors Act
To amend title 23, United States Code, to provide sanctions for States using certain congestion pricing systems, to amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to require consent of affected States in carrying out value pricing pilot projects, and for other purposes.

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