BUILD America 250 Act
Rep. Graves Introduces Bipartisan $300B Infrastructure Bill to Overhaul Highways and Rail
The BUILD America 250 Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process within the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It has been sent to two subcommittees for review, which is a normal step for new bills. The bill is considered active as it moves through these initial committee assignments.
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As the primary vehicle to renew national transportation funding before it expires, this bill has strong bipartisan support and is led by the relevant committee chair.
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The bill mandates that states and local governments make fare evasion a criminal or civil offense as a condition for transit agencies to receive their full federal formula funding. Beginning in FY2028, 10% of a direct recipient's Section 5307 allocation will be withheld if the applicable jurisdiction does not comply. While aimed at improving transit safety and revenue, this could disproportionately affect people already in the criminal justice system.
“Beginning with fiscal year 2028, the Secretary shall withhold 10 percent of the assistance available to a direct recipient”
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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BUILD America 250 Act
Leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released a $580-billion proposal outlining federal investment after the sunset of the 2021 IIJA. The bill includes annual fees of $130 on EVs and $35 on plug-in hybrids to address Highway Trust Fund pressure.
New Bill Proposes EV Drivers Pay $130 Annual Fee
The bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act focuses on investments in bridges and railways while strengthening the Highway Trust Fund. It proposes an annual registration fee of $130 for EVs and $35 for plug-in hybrids, ensuring all users pay their fair share for road improvements.
Electric car owners could be forced to pay as much as $150 annually under a new tax
A new bipartisan draft of a five-year surface transportation funding bill, the BUILD America 250 Act, includes a $130 annual fee for EV drivers. Proponents say it ensures EV owners pay for the roads they use, while critics call it a penalty on clean transportation.
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BUILD America 250 Act
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