LIFT Act
Rep. Sewell Introduces LIFT Act to Lower Costs for Local Infrastructure Projects
The LIFT Act was introduced in the House and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Ways and Means. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is considered active. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While infrastructure tools are popular with local officials, the bill faces a difficult path because it increases federal spending and includes labor rules that often divide the parties.
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Personal Impact
Renters in communities using these bonds could see improved public infrastructure and services. To the extent that lower municipal borrowing costs reduce pressure on local tax increases, some of those savings could flow through to renters, though the connection is less direct than for homeowners.
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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The LIFT Act proposes a three-pronged approach to infrastructure finance: restoring advance refunding, modernizing small borrower rules, and establishing American Infrastructure Bonds. The direct-pay model is designed to attract a broader base of investors, including pension funds.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
LIFT Act
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