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Full Federal Funding Eligibility for Union Station Redevelopment Projects

This bill makes the Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC) eligible for four major federal infrastructure grant programs. Crucially, if USRC receives these funds, the federal government will cover 100% of the project costs, ensuring full federal financing for the modernization of this vital transportation hub. This change aims to accelerate improvements for rail and intercity passengers.
Key points
The Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC) is now eligible for four major federal infrastructure grant programs, including RAISE grants.
The federal share for these grants, when awarded to USRC, is set at 100% of the total eligible project costs.
This measure facilitates the full federal financing of critical rail and passenger infrastructure projects at Union Station.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9661
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

USRC Funding Eligibility Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9661.

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 2024-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC) is now eligible for four major federal infrastructure grant programs, including RAISE grants.
  • The federal share for these grants, when awarded to USRC, is set at 100% of the total eligible project costs.
  • This measure facilitates the full federal financing of critical rail and passenger infrastructure projects at Union Station.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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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Transport Public Investments