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Doubling Infrastructure Funds for Roads and Freight, Ensuring Fair Labor.

This act doubles the available funds for building and upgrading roads and freight facilities, potentially speeding up infrastructure development. It also requires companies undertaking these projects to comply with fair wage and labor standards, protecting workers.
Key points
Increases available funds for road and freight facility investments from $15 billion to $30 billion.
Companies using these funds for construction must adhere to fair wage and labor standards (Davis-Bacon Act), ensuring workers are paid fairly.
These changes apply to bonds issued after the act becomes law, opening new funding opportunities for projects.
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Print number: 117_HR_451
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2021-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BUILD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_451.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases available funds for road and freight facility investments from $15 billion to $30 billion.
  • Companies using these funds for construction must adhere to fair wage and labor standards (Davis-Bacon Act), ensuring workers are paid fairly.
  • These changes apply to bonds issued after the act becomes law, opening new funding opportunities for projects.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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