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High Risk Rural Roads Safety Grant Program Act of 2021

Introduced: April 13, 2021 See on congress.gov
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Apr 14, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Apr 13, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Apr 13, 2021
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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's happening now April 14, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 1
All 1 Republican 1