Bill > HR4552

This bill provides appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development for fiscal year 2026. The bill covers funding for various transportation and housing programs, including: For the Department of Transportation, the bill allocates funds for key agencies like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Highway Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, and Federal Transit Administration. Specific funding highlights include $13.75 billion for FAA operations, $62.6 billion for federal-aid highways, $538 million for rail infrastructure and safety improvements, and $14.6 billion for transit formula grants. The bill also includes provisions restricting certain uses of funds, such as limits on political appointees, travel expenses, and specific program restrictions. For the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the bill provides $31.3 billion for tenant-based rental assistance, $7.3 billion for public housing, $950 million for housing for the elderly, and $505 million for housing opportunities for persons with AIDS. It includes funding for various housing assistance programs for Native Americans, homeless assistance, and community development. The bill also contains numerous administrative provisions governing how funds can be used, including restrictions on certain types of spending and requirements for congressional notifications. The bill includes several general provisions applicable to both departments, such as restrictions on eminent domain use, Buy American requirements, and limitations on employee training and international conference attendance. It also contains specific language about protecting religious beliefs, restricting certain types of government actions, and maintaining various oversight mechanisms.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4552/all-info