Moving Forward Act

Jul. 1, 2020 | H.R. 2

This bill was a $1.5 trillion plan to rebuild America’s infrastructure that would create millions of good jobs, increase long-term growth and make the U.S. more globally competitive, while protecting our environment and improving our health. It would help meet the demands of a 21st century economy, by making significant investments in surface transportation, rail and transit systems, aviation, energy production and distribution, schools, broadband, and housing. It also would guarantee that the jobs have family supporting wages and Buy America provisions that will bolster U.S. manufacturing. In addition, it would fund improvements in safe drinking water and wastewater systems, modernize the nation’s health care infrastructure, and create more affordable housing. Finally, it would accelerate the development of carbon reducing technologies and renewable energy, as well as modernize schools, invest in the postal service and provide high speed internet to underserved areas. This bill passed the House on July 1, 2020.