HR 8348
To amend title 23, United States Code, with respect to the amounts States are guaranteed under the highway apportionment formula, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill modifies the way highway funding is distributed from the federal government to states. Specifically, it increases the minimum amount of funding each state is guaranteed under the highway apportionment formula. This adjustment is intended to provide a more stable and predictable flow of funds for state highway projects. The changes aim to ensure states receive a baseline level of funding regardless of fluctuations in overall apportionment totals.
Key provisions
- Increases the minimum guaranteed amount of highway funding for states.
- Modifies Section 104(c)(1)(B) of Title 23, United States Code.
- Requires states to receive at least 0.5 percent of the total apportionment.
- Adjusts the apportionment formula to provide a more consistent funding stream.
Who is affected
- States
- State highway departments
- Federal Highway Administration
Notable changes
- Introduces a minimum funding guarantee for states.
- Changes the calculation method for state highway apportionment.
Fiscal impact
The bill could potentially impact federal highway spending by increasing guaranteed payments to states.
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Cosponsors
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
Sarah [D-DE-At Large] McBride
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. R. 8348
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend title 23, United States Code, with respect to the amounts States are guaranteed under the highway apportionment formula, and for other purposes.
Section 104(c)(1)(B) of title 23, United States Code, is amended—
in clause (ii) by striking and
at the end;
in clause (iii) by striking the period and inserting ; and
; and
by adding at the end the following: