0
0
0
Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024
10/23/2024, 1:24 PM
Summary of Bill S 5235
Bill 118 s 5235, also known as the Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of funding for highway infrastructure in a financially responsible manner.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a dedicated funding stream for highway projects. This funding stream would be financed through a combination of user fees, such as tolls and gas taxes, as well as federal appropriations.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the use of highway funds. This includes requirements for regular reporting on the status of highway projects and the use of funds, as well as measures to prevent waste and fraud in the allocation of funds. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to streamline the approval process for highway projects, in order to expedite the construction and maintenance of highways. This includes measures to reduce bureaucratic red tape and improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in highway projects. Overall, the Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024 aims to ensure that highway infrastructure in the United States is adequately funded and maintained in a financially responsible manner. The bill seeks to address the current challenges facing the nation's highways and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of highway funding.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a dedicated funding stream for highway projects. This funding stream would be financed through a combination of user fees, such as tolls and gas taxes, as well as federal appropriations.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the use of highway funds. This includes requirements for regular reporting on the status of highway projects and the use of funds, as well as measures to prevent waste and fraud in the allocation of funds. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to streamline the approval process for highway projects, in order to expedite the construction and maintenance of highways. This includes measures to reduce bureaucratic red tape and improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in highway projects. Overall, the Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024 aims to ensure that highway infrastructure in the United States is adequately funded and maintained in a financially responsible manner. The bill seeks to address the current challenges facing the nation's highways and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of highway funding.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill S 5235
Bill S 5235 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill S 5235 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2024. Bill S 5235's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of September 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5235
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5235
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 5235
Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024
Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024
A bill to provide additional contract authority to State departments of transportation to carry out surface transportation projects, and for other purposes.
Comments

Aaron Fletcher
1,035
1 year ago
I support US S Bill 5235 for responsible highway funding. It's a step in the right direction.

Marie Stern
1,044
1 year ago
I'm not sure how this bill will impact me, but it seems fiscally irresponsible. #confused

Jadiel Sparks
1,060
1 year ago
So, like, this bill is supposed to be all about funding highways or whatever, but who even benefits from it? Like, is it really fiscally responsible to spend all this money on highways when there are so many other important things that need funding? I just don't get it. Who's really winning here? #confused
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 5235
Latest Bills
Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026
Bill S 3977August 26, 2026
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Bill HR 5334August 26, 2026
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Land Exchange Act
Bill HR 3925August 26, 2026
To provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2827August 26, 2026
Youth AI Privacy Act
Bill S 4199August 26, 2026
CHATBOT Act
Bill S 4407August 26, 2026
Childhood Diabetes Reduction Act of 2026
Bill S 5026August 26, 2026
Making America's Food Safer Act
Bill S 4974August 26, 2026
PEARL Act
Bill S 4079August 26, 2026
Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026
Bill HR 3276August 25, 2026

