Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Transportation and Public Works
Why This Matters
This bill aims to help repair and maintain transportation infrastructure that gets damaged by extreme heat. It also ensures that extreme heat is recognized as a disaster that can receive federal support.
If you live near old bridges or roads, this bill could help secure funding to fix them after heat damage.
Who this affects
Communities with aging bridges · Communities with aging roads · Areas prone to extreme heat
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill provides emergency funding for repairing infrastructure damaged by extreme heat.
2It adds extreme heat as a qualifying event for federal disaster relief.
3The bill requires a study on the costs and impacts of extreme heat on transportation.
4It aims to help communities better track and respond to heat-related infrastructure damage.
5The bill recognizes that aging infrastructure is especially vulnerable to extreme heat.
