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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.

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5235

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate 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 profile image

Aaron Fletcher

630

1 year ago

I support US S Bill 5235 for responsible highway funding. It's a step in the right direction.

Marie Stern profile image

Marie Stern

711

1 year ago

I'm not sure how this bill will impact me, but it seems fiscally irresponsible. #confused

Jadiel Sparks profile image

Jadiel Sparks

697

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