500 Billion for Green Transport: Electrification, Jobs, and High Labor Standards.
This Act establishes a $500 billion grant program to electrify public transit, rail, and ports, aiming to significantly reduce air pollution in cities and vulnerable areas. Citizens can expect improved, cleaner public transportation and new, well-paid infrastructure jobs, guaranteed to include 12 weeks of paid family leave and a minimum wage of $17 per hour. At least 40% of the funds are dedicated to communities most affected by pollution and climate change.
Key points
Funding Clean Transportation: $500 billion authorized for electric buses, trains, port infrastructure, and micromobility (e.g., e-bikes), improving local air quality.
High Labor Standards: Workers on these projects must receive a minimum of $17/hour (indexed annually), 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave, and strong labor protections.
Community Priority: At least 40% of funds must go to communities disproportionately affected by pollution and climate change to ensure environmental justice and access to green infrastructure.
Renewable Energy Requirement: Projects must be designed to be net-zero energy users (producing as much renewable energy as they consume) or offset their energy use with new renewable sources.
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