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Stop Waste: No Federal Funds for Costly, Losing Transit Projects

This bill aims to stop federal funding for large transportation projects that significantly exceed their budget and are projected to lose money. This means taxpayer money will not be used for projects that are too expensive and do not generate revenue from fares, potentially impacting the availability of new connections but also protecting against inefficient public spending.
Key points
Prohibits federal funding for transit and rail projects with cost overruns of at least $1 billion.
Prohibits funding for projects projected to have operational costs exceeding ridership revenues annually over the next decade.
Aims to protect taxpayer money from being wasted on unprofitable and overly expensive investments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2487
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2021-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Put the Brakes on Boondoggles Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2487.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits federal funding for transit and rail projects with cost overruns of at least $1 billion.
  • Prohibits funding for projects projected to have operational costs exceeding ridership revenues annually over the next decade.
  • Aims to protect taxpayer money from being wasted on unprofitable and overly expensive investments.
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. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

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 2025-12-29.

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Transport Public Investments Economy