To amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to permit the construction of certain noise barriers with funds from the Highway Trust Fund, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 8717

H.R. 8717, introduced in the 119th Congress on May 7, 2026, seeks to amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to allow the use of funds from the Highway Trust Fund for the construction of specific noise barriers.

Current Status of Bill HR 8717

Bill HR 8717 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8717 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 7, 2026. Bill HR 8717's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of May 7, 2026

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To amend the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 to permit the construction of certain noise barriers with funds from the Highway Trust Fund, and for other purposes.