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Highway Funding Changes: Fairer State Apportionments for Road Programs

This act modifies how federal highway program funds are distributed among states. It aims to ensure each state receives at least 95% of the amount proportional to its contribution to the highway trust fund, potentially impacting road quality and transportation in your area.
Key points
New highway funding rules: States will receive funds based on their historical share and contributions to the highway trust fund.
Minimum funding guarantee: Each state is guaranteed to receive at least 95% of the amount corresponding to its payments into the federal highway trust fund.
Potential infrastructure impact: These changes could mean more money for road repairs, bridges, and other transportation projects in certain states.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10462
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2024-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Highway Formula Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10462.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New highway funding rules: States will receive funds based on their historical share and contributions to the highway trust fund.
  • Minimum funding guarantee: Each state is guaranteed to receive at least 95% of the amount corresponding to its payments into the federal highway trust fund.
  • Potential infrastructure impact: These changes could mean more money for road repairs, bridges, and other transportation projects in certain states.
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 Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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