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Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2023
12/21/2023, 4:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4064
The bill includes provisions for conducting regular inspections of bridges to identify and assess corrosion, as well as implementing corrosion prevention measures such as protective coatings and maintenance programs. It also calls for the development of best practices and standards for corrosion prevention and repair, as well as the training of personnel in corrosion prevention techniques.
Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to provide funding for states and localities to implement corrosion prevention and repair projects on their bridges. The goal of this program is to ensure that bridges across the country are safe and structurally sound, and to prevent costly repairs and replacements in the future. Overall, the Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the critical issue of corrosion in bridges and ensure the safety and longevity of the nation's infrastructure.
Congressional Summary of HR 4064
Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2023
This bill establishes certain requirements to address corrosion control in bridge and railroad-bridge projects that receive federal assistance.
Specifically, certified contractors must employ a substantial number of individuals who are certified by a qualified training program in corrosion control, mitigation, and prevention in order to work on certain aspects of bridge project activities. A certified contractor must also provide training for any non-certified coating applicators employed by the contractor to work on certain aspects of a project.
The bill further requires bridge projects to implement a corrosion management system that utilizes industry-recognized standards and corrosion mitigation and prevention methods for construction, repair, and maintenance projects.
In addition, the bill expands the scope of the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program to include corrosion control work on rail bridges. (This program provides direct loans and loan guarantees for the development of railroad infrastructure.)
The bill also requires the Department of Transportation to study and report on best practices for inspecting and addressing corrosion on weathering steel bridges. This report must be made available to state and local governments, metropolitan planning organizations, and regional organizations.
