Bills · HR 5216
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5216Transportation and Public Works
BUFFER Act
INTRO SEP 8· LAST ACTION SEP 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to make public transportation more reliable and safer, especially when severe weather hits. Right now, bus breakdowns or delays due to extreme heat or cold can leave commuters stranded, cause people to miss work or appointments, and even pose safety risks for vulnerable populations waiting at stops.
If this bill becomes law, communities facing harsh weather could have a better chance of keeping their bus services running smoothly, ensuring people can still get where they need to go. If it doesn't pass, these communities might continue to experience significant bus disruptions during extreme weather, leading to ongoing inconvenience and potential safety concerns for riders.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue rules allowing certain regional transportation planning organizations to increase their spare bus ratio to 30 percent.
This provision enables eligible transit agencies to have more backup buses, improving resilience against operational disruptions.
PROVISION 02
Establishes eligibility criteria, requiring organizations to certify regular extreme weather, describe past disruptions, and explain how more spare buses will help ensure reliable service.
These criteria ensure that the increased ratio is granted to organizations with a demonstrated need, focusing on regions most impacted by weather-related service issues.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that these regulations and guidance be issued within one year of the bill's enactment.
This sets a clear timeframe for the implementation of the new policy, ensuring that eligible organizations can apply for the increased ratio in a timely manner.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSSEP 9
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
SEP 8
Introduced in House
SEP 8
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5216
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 8, 2025
Last actionSep 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 8, 2025
House BillHR 5216Transportation and Public Works
BUFFER Act
INTRODUCED SEP 8, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 9, 2025
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READING
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