Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act of 2025
Summary
The Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act of 2025 aims to provide financial and technical assistance to cities and regions hosting major international sporting events like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup. The bill amends Title 49 of the United States Code to create a new section (5502) dedicated to transportation assistance for these events. It authorizes appropriations of $50,000,000 per fiscal year for grants to eligible entities.
Expected Effects
This act would provide funding for transportation projects and planning activities related to hosting international sporting events. It would improve infrastructure and transportation systems in host cities and surrounding areas. The act also aims to enhance the experience for visitors and residents during these events.
Potential Benefits
- Improved transportation infrastructure in host cities.
- Increased economic activity due to international events.
- Enhanced coordination between different levels of government and the private sector.
- Support for transportation planning activities.
- Potential for long-term benefits from infrastructure improvements.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of funds or inefficient allocation.
- Increased burden on taxpayers if the economic benefits do not offset the costs.
- Possible delays or disruptions due to construction and infrastructure projects.
- Risk of prioritizing transportation projects for sporting events over other critical needs.
- Limited scope, focusing only on specific international sporting events.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8), which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce among the several states and with foreign nations. Supporting transportation infrastructure for international events can be argued to facilitate such commerce. The bill also aligns with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8), as it aims to promote economic benefits and improve infrastructure for the general population.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).