High Risk Rural Roads Safety Grant Program Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Apr 13, 2021)
High Risk Rural Roads Safety Grant Program Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of Transportation to award competitive grants to local governments, Indian tribes, metropolitan planning organizations, and other public transportation authorities for projects to improve safety on high risk rural roads in the United States.
Funds may be used for certain projects or activities to improve safety, including (1) road safety audits; (2) intersection safety improvements; (3) the installation of rumble strips or other warning devices; and (4) activities that improve the safety of pedestrians, bicyclists, or individuals with disabilities.
At least $100 million of funding available to carry out the grant program must be set aside for Indian tribes.
What just happenedApr 14, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseApr 13, 2021
- Apr 14, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Highways and Transit Subcommittee - Apr 13, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee - Apr 13, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Apr 13, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House