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US HR2595

US HR2595
ROUTES Act Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Act


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Introduced
04/15/2021
In Committee
04/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To establish a Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES) Initiative within the Department of Transportation. The ROUTES Office will improve the analysis of rural transportation projects applying for DOT discretionary grants, ensure that project costs, local resources, and broader benefits are appropriately considered, and provide technical assistance to rural communities for meeting transportation infrastructure investment needs. The ROUTES Council, composed of senior DOT officials, will organize and guide the ROUTES Office, coordinate rural-related funding programs, and issue reports and recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of DOT discretionary grant programs for rural infrastructure.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. (on 04/15/2021)

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