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Transportation Support for Cities Hosting Olympic and Paralympic Events

This bill aims to help US cities that host major international sports events like the Olympics. It allows the federal government to prioritize and provide funding for local transportation projects needed to run these events smoothly. This support is intended to help cities manage the increased traffic and transportation needs associated with hosting large events.
Key points
Cities in the US hosting Olympic, Paralympic, or Special Olympics events can get priority for federal transportation funding.
Funding can be used for both permanent transportation infrastructure upgrades and temporary needs like extra buses or facilities during the events.
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Print number: 117_S_4383
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2022-06-13