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Bicycles for Africa: Improving Rural Access to Services

This act aims to establish a program providing affordable bicycles to rural communities in Sub-Saharan Africa, enhancing access to education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities. The program also supports local mechanics and spare parts, ensuring sustainable mobility and improved quality of life.
Key points
The program will provide bicycles to facilitate access to schools, hospitals, and job opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Support for local mechanics and access to spare parts will ensure long-term bicycle functionality.
Funding for the program is authorized at $3 million for 2023-2024, increasing to $12 million from 2027 onwards.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4962
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2022-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bicycles for Rural African Transport Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4962.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program will provide bicycles to facilitate access to schools, hospitals, and job opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Support for local mechanics and access to spare parts will ensure long-term bicycle functionality.
  • Funding for the program is authorized at $3 million for 2023-2024, increasing to $12 million from 2027 onwards.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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