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HR10382FEDERALIN_COMMITTEE

Proposed Changes to Amtrak Grant Funding Rules

Original title: To amend title 49, United States Code, to allow Amtrak to use grant funds to satisfy non-Federal share requirements of certain grant programs, and for other purposes.

December 12, 2024

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Where This Stands

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The Frame

What this does

This change would alter how Amtrak manages its capital budget by allowing federal dollars to satisfy non-federal matching requirements, potentially increasing the number of rail projects Amtrak can pursue without needing additional state or local financial contributions.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Amtrak

The bill changes the rules governing how Amtrak can use its federal grant funds to meet project matching requirements.

State and local governments

These entities may see changes in the required local matching contributions for rail projects where Amtrak is a partner.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill would allow Amtrak to use existing federal grant funds to cover the required local or state matching portions of certain infrastructure and rail safety projects. By changing how these funds are classified, the bill aims to make it easier for Amtrak to participate in and complete federally funded rail projects.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This change would alter how Amtrak manages its capital budget by allowing federal dollars to satisfy non-federal matching requirements, potentially increasing the number of rail projects Amtrak can pursue without needing additional state or local financial contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'non-federal share requirement'?
It is the portion of a project's cost that must be paid by non-federal sources, such as state or local governments, as a condition of receiving a federal grant.
Does this bill allow Amtrak to use any federal money for matching?
No, the bill specifies that Amtrak may use federal grant funds provided to it, but it remains subject to any terms or conditions already placed on those specific federal funds.

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Expansion of Federal Fund Utility

The bill represents a shift toward allowing federal grant funds to act as their own matching requirements, effectively reducing the barrier to entry for Amtrak in multi-source infrastructure projects.

Amtrak

Connected Entities

bill_numberConsolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Grants“Another grant program affected by the bill.”Map →
organizationSecretary“The Secretary of Transportation.”Map →
bill_numberFederal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grants“The third grant program affected by the bill.”Map →
bill_numberNational Infrastructure Project Assistance Grants“One of the grant programs affected by the bill.”Map →
personMs. McClellan“Introducer of the bill.”Map →
organizationAmtrak“The primary recipient of the grant funds being addressed by this bill.”Map →
otherUnited States Code“The legal code being amended.”Map →

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  • Controversy20
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