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Strengthening Infrastructure: Disaster-Resilient Roads and Improved Access

This act aims to improve how roads and bridges are rebuilt after natural disasters, making them more resilient to future events. This means the infrastructure you use daily will be safer and less prone to damage, leading to fewer disruptions in travel and access to services. Additionally, the act encourages considering the needs of lower-income families in reconstruction planning, which could improve their access to key locations after disasters.
Key points
Roads and bridges will be rebuilt to be more resilient to future natural disasters, increasing transportation safety and reliability.
Reconstruction planning for infrastructure after disasters will consider the needs of lower-income families to ensure better access to essential locations.
New guidelines will be introduced for states on how to build more durable infrastructure that serves all citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1236
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2021-04-20