MORE DOT Grants Act

# MORE DOT Grants Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The MORE DOT Grants Act would expand federal grant funding programs administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). While the bill's specific details aren't fully outlined in the available information, legislation of this type typically aims to increase financial resources available to states, local governments, and transportation agencies to support infrastructure projects and transportation-related initiatives. **Who It Affects** This bill would potentially impact state and local governments, transportation agencies, infrastructure developers, and communities that rely on federal transportation funding.

By expanding grant availability, it could affect projects ranging from road and bridge improvements to public transit systems and other transportation infrastructure. **Current Status** As of now, S 2619 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full Senate vote. The bill was sponsored by Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV). For a more detailed understanding of the specific grant programs being expanded and the funding amounts involved, you would need to review the full bill text through Congress.gov or the Senate's official website.