118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 7961 — Baltimore BRIDGE Relief Act

“To authorize a higher Federal share for emergency relief funds for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge located in Baltimore City and Baltimore and Anne Arundel Counties, Maryland, that collapsed on March 26, 2024, and for other purposes.”

Transportation and public works

Introduced Apr 11, 2024

Last action Apr 11, 2024

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Introduced

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Referred

Apr 11, 2024

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Committee

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Senate

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SummaryCRS Summary

This bill allows for full federal funding (i.e., 100% federal cost-share) for emergency relief funds to respond to damage caused by the cargo ship Dali to the Francis Scott Key Bridge, including reconstruction of that bridge and its approaches. The Francis Scott Key Bridge is located in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and Anne Arundel County, Maryland. This bill takes effect as if enacted on March 26, 2024.

Provisions · 4 sectionsIntroduced in House

Timeline · 4 actions

Apr 11, 2024

Introduced in House

Apr 11, 2024

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.

Apr 11, 2024

Introduced in House

Apr 11, 2024

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.