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Introduced
03/10/2021
03/10/2021
In Committee
03/10/2021
03/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
an active transpor- tation investment program to make grants to eligible applicants to build safe and connected options for bicycles and walkers within and between communities, and for other purposes. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES MARCH 10, 2021 Mr. MARKEY (for himself, Mr. SULLIVAN, and Mr. VAN HOLLEN) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works A BILL To direct the Secretary of Transportation to carry out an active transportation investment program to make grants to eligible applicants to build safe and connected options for bicycles and walkers within and between communities, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an active transportation investment program to make grants to eligible applicants, such as local or regional government organizations, to build safe and connected active transportation infrastructure, including bicycle and pedestrian networks and spines connecting communities, regions, and states. The bill specifies that at least 30% of the funds must be used for projects that connect active transportation to public transportation and other community destinations, and at least 30% for projects that construct active transportation spines. The bill also provides for planning grants and sets requirements for the federal cost share, which can be up to 100% for projects serving disadvantaged communities. The program is authorized to receive $500 million per year through fiscal year 2026.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (on 03/10/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/684/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s684/BILLS-117s684is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s684/BILLS-117s684is.pdf.pdf |
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