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US HR4319

Fairness to Veterans for Infrastructure Investment Act of 2017


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Introduced
11/09/2017
In Committee
11/13/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

115th Congress

Bill Summary

Fairness to Veterans for Infrastructure Investment Act of 2017

AI Summary

This bill, the Fairness to Veterans for Infrastructure Investment Act of 2017, amends the FAST Act to improve contracting opportunities for veteran-owned small business concerns. Specifically, it defines the term "veteran-owned small business concern" and requires state and local transportation agencies to set goals for the participation of veteran-owned small businesses in the procurement of contracts funded under the FAST Act. This is intended to provide more equitable opportunities for veterans to participate in infrastructure projects.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. (on 11/13/2017)

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