H.R. 8870 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
BUILD America 250 Act
H.R. 8870 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on May 19, 2026, sponsored by Sam Graves with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 19, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Transportation and Public Works
What it does
Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America's 250th Act or the BUILD America 250 Act This bill authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Sam Graves (R-MO). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 19, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 62 - 2. (May 22, 2026)
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- S. 1541: SHIPS for America Act of 2025
- H.R. 1542: Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2025
- H.R. 1608: Department of Homeland Security Vehicular Terrorism Prevention and Mitigation Act of 2025
- H.R. 1984: BLOC Act
Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 8870 (119th Congress): BUILD America 250 Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/119-hr-8870/build-america-250-act (accessed 2026-10-16).