A bill to amend title 40, United States Code, to increase the mileage of the Appalachian Development Highway System to provide for improvements to and expansion of Corridor K in North Carolina, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 2997

Bill 118 s 2997, also known as the Appalachian Development Highway System Improvement Act, aims to make changes to title 40 of the United States Code in order to enhance the Appalachian Development Highway System. Specifically, the bill seeks to increase the mileage of the system and make improvements to Corridor K in North Carolina.

The Appalachian Development Highway System is a network of roads designed to improve transportation in the Appalachian region, which spans multiple states in the eastern United States. Corridor K is a specific section of this highway system that runs through North Carolina.

The proposed changes outlined in the bill include expanding and upgrading Corridor K to better accommodate the needs of travelers and improve overall transportation efficiency in the region. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for other purposes related to the Appalachian Development Highway System. Overall, Bill 118 s 2997 aims to enhance the infrastructure and transportation capabilities of the Appalachian region, specifically focusing on improvements to Corridor K in North Carolina.

Congressional Summary of S 2997

This bill increases the mileage of the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) from 3,090 miles to 3,105 miles to provide for improvements to and expansion of Corridor K in North Carolina. (The ADHS is a system of designated corridors and roadways within the 13 states that make up the Appalachian Region which is eligible for federal highway funds and intended to contribute to the region's economic development. Corridor K is one of the designated corridors in the ADHS.)

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Current Status of Bill S 2997

Bill S 2997 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2023. Bill S 2997 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 29, 2023. Bill S 2997's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of September 29, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2997

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2997

A bill to amend title 40, United States Code, to increase the mileage of the Appalachian Development Highway System to provide for improvements to and expansion of Corridor K in North Carolina, and for other purposes.