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RIDER Act

9/28/2024, 12:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 5134

The RIDER Act, also known as Bill 118 s 5134, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address issues related to transportation infrastructure funding.

The RIDER Act proposes to allocate additional funding for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure across the country. This funding would be used to address the growing backlog of infrastructure projects that are in need of repair or replacement.

In addition to providing funding for infrastructure projects, the RIDER Act also includes provisions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of transportation infrastructure investments. This includes measures to streamline the approval process for infrastructure projects and to ensure that funds are allocated in a timely and cost-effective manner. Overall, the RIDER Act is intended to address the critical need for investment in transportation infrastructure in the United States. By providing additional funding and implementing measures to improve the efficiency of infrastructure investments, this bill aims to ensure that the country's transportation infrastructure remains safe, reliable, and efficient for years to come.

Current Status of Bill S 5134

Bill S 5134 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 23, 2024. Bill S 5134 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 23, 2024.  Bill S 5134's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of September 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5134

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5134

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5134

RIDER Act
RIDER Act
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A bill to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to expand eligibility for individual and public assistance to certain areas and to include cumulative damage from multiple natural catastrophes in the definition of major disaster, and for other purposes.

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