BUILD America 250 Act (BA250)
Summary
A new bipartisan five-year, ~$580 billion federal bill could boost bridge funding (with a 25% local-bridge set-aside), preserve safety grants, and raise MPO planning money. Counties could access roughly 22 percent of total funding. The county may send a support letter.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $580 billion nationwide through 2031, with about 22 percent accessible to counties and local governments.
Counties, MPOs, and locally owned bridge owners stand to gain funding and flexibility.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Commission Monthly Workshop - May 19, 2026
Commissioner Doherty reported the county's legislative manager circulated a memo on the new federal BA250 bill. He suggested holding off on a support letter until the board can study the bill's details, including its funding formula.
Metropolitan Planning Organization - May 18, 2026
A new bipartisan five-year, ~$580 billion federal bill could boost bridge funding (with a 25% local-bridge set-aside), preserve safety grants, and raise MPO planning money. Counties could access roughly 22 percent of total funding. The county may send a support letter.
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