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Strengthening Roads and Bridges: Protection Against Extreme Weather Events

This act aims to increase the resilience of highways, bridges, and tunnels against climate change impacts like floods, extreme storms, and sea level rise. This will make travel safer and road infrastructure less vulnerable to damage, leading to lower repair and maintenance costs, and smoother traffic flow for citizens.
Key points
More funding for projects that strengthen roads and bridges to withstand floods and extreme weather conditions.
Up to 100% federal funding for protective features, encouraging states to invest in infrastructure safety.
Emergency relief expanded to include damage from wildfires and sea level rise, speeding up post-disaster recovery.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1710
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Resilient Highways Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1710.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More funding for projects that strengthen roads and bridges to withstand floods and extreme weather conditions.
  • Up to 100% federal funding for protective features, encouraging states to invest in infrastructure safety.
  • Emergency relief expanded to include damage from wildfires and sea level rise, speeding up post-disaster recovery.
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 Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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