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Increased Flexibility for Federal Highway Funding Transfers

This new act increases the flexibility for states to use federal highway funds. States will now be able to transfer a larger portion of these funds between different road projects, potentially speeding up investments and better aligning them with local needs. Citizens may experience this through more efficient road repairs and new infrastructure development.
Key points
States can now transfer up to 75% of federal highway funds between different programs, up from the previous 50%.
Greater freedom in managing road money may lead to more efficient use of funds and faster improvements in transportation infrastructure.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1733
Sponsor: Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Process start date: 2025-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Highway Funding Transferability Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1733.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States can now transfer up to 75% of federal highway funds between different programs, up from the previous 50%.
  • Greater freedom in managing road money may lead to more efficient use of funds and faster improvements in transportation infrastructure.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND].

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 2025-12-23.

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