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Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act
3/7/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 3785
Bill 118 hr 3785, also known as the Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act, aims to improve the safety and maintenance of public infrastructure in the United States. The bill proposes the creation of a new position within the government, known as a Public Inspector, who will be responsible for conducting regular inspections of bridges, roads, and other public structures to ensure they meet safety standards.
The Public Inspectors will be required to undergo specialized training and certification to perform their duties effectively. They will also be tasked with identifying potential safety hazards and recommending necessary repairs or upgrades to prevent accidents and ensure the longevity of the infrastructure.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased funding for infrastructure maintenance and repair projects, as well as penalties for entities found to be in violation of safety regulations. This is intended to incentivize compliance with safety standards and promote the overall well-being of the public. Overall, the Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act seeks to address the pressing issue of deteriorating infrastructure in the United States by implementing proactive measures to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of the public.
The Public Inspectors will be required to undergo specialized training and certification to perform their duties effectively. They will also be tasked with identifying potential safety hazards and recommending necessary repairs or upgrades to prevent accidents and ensure the longevity of the infrastructure.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased funding for infrastructure maintenance and repair projects, as well as penalties for entities found to be in violation of safety regulations. This is intended to incentivize compliance with safety standards and promote the overall well-being of the public. Overall, the Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act seeks to address the pressing issue of deteriorating infrastructure in the United States by implementing proactive measures to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of the public.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3785
Bill HR 3785 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2023. Bill HR 3785 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 1, 2023. Bill HR 3785's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E518) as of June 5, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3785
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3785
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Infrastructure development
- Intergovernmental relations
- Public contracts and procurement
- Roads and highways
- State and local government operations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3785
Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act
Public Inspectors for Safe Infrastructure Act
To amend title 23, United States Code, to require that public employees perform construction inspection work for federally funded highway projects, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3785
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