Senate Bill 3649
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Transportation Equity Act
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Feb 15, 2022
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
3649
Congress
117
Policy Area
Transportation and Public Works
Transportation and Public Works
Primary focus of measure is all aspects of transportation modes and conveyances, including funding and safety matters; Coast Guard; infrastructure development; travel and tourism. Measures concerning water resources and navigation projects may fall under Water Resources Development policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Transportation Equity Act
This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to reestablish the Transportation Equity Committee. The committee must study, advise DOT about, and develop a strategic plan concerning transportation equity issues.
The committee must also evaluate the work of DOT in
- connecting people to economic and related forms of opportunity;
- revitalizing communities through strategic, research, technological, regulatory, community engagement, and economic policy activities related to transportation and opportunity; and
- ensuring equal access to transportation for all residents.
In addition, DOT must appoint a full-time federal employee to serve as coordinator and act as the designated federal officer for the committee.
February 15, 2022
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02/15/2022
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S708)
02/15/2022
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Mar 8, 2023 8:12:35 PM