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Increased Emergency Funding for Public Transportation

This act boosts funds for the public transportation emergency relief program, making these funds available for longer and for a broader range of expenses. This means that in case of disasters or other urgent needs, public transport systems will have better access to resources, potentially leading to faster service restoration and fewer disruptions for passengers.
Key points
An additional $50 million annually (from 2024 to 2027) for the public transportation emergency relief program.
These funds will remain available until expended and can be used for current or prior fiscal year eligible expenses.
Introduces a requirement for labor standards compliance for projects funded under this program, potentially affecting public transport employee working conditions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7012
Sponsor: Rep. D'Esposito, Anthony [R-NY-4]
Process start date: 2024-01-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Transit Emergency Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7012.

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 2024-01-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An additional $50 million annually (from 2024 to 2027) for the public transportation emergency relief program.
  • These funds will remain available until expended and can be used for current or prior fiscal year eligible expenses.
  • Introduces a requirement for labor standards compliance for projects funded under this program, potentially affecting public transport employee working conditions.
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. D'Esposito, Anthony [R-NY-4].

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 2025-12-25.

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Transport Public Investments