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High-Speed Rail Development: New Funding and Priorities

This act aims to reauthorize the high-speed rail development program in the U.S. This means potential improvements in public transportation, faster inter-city travel, and environmental benefits through new, eco-friendly trains. Significant funding has been allocated for this purpose.
Key points
Priority will be given to rail projects with a greater non-federal share of costs, encouraging local investment.
50% of federal funds will be set aside for projects where the federal share does not exceed half of the costs, supporting projects with strong local contributions.
A total of $32 billion is authorized for high-speed rail development from 2022 to 2025, indicating substantial infrastructure investment.
New project selection criteria include environmental benefits, such as purchasing eco-friendly and fuel-efficient trains.
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Print number: 117_HR_867
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-16]
Process start date: 2021-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

High Speed Rail Corridor Development Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_867.

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 2021-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Priority will be given to rail projects with a greater non-federal share of costs, encouraging local investment.
  • 50% of federal funds will be set aside for projects where the federal share does not exceed half of the costs, supporting projects with strong local contributions.
  • A total of $32 billion is authorized for high-speed rail development from 2022 to 2025, indicating substantial infrastructure investment.
  • New project selection criteria include environmental benefits, such as purchasing eco-friendly and fuel-efficient trains.
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. Costa, Jim [D-CA-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

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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