Business Uninterrupted Monetary Program Act of 2025
Summary
The Business Uninterrupted Monetary Program Act of 2025 aims to mitigate the negative financial impacts on businesses and non-profit organizations ('covered entities') caused by transit and highway transportation projects receiving federal grants. It mandates the establishment of 'BUMP Funds' by project sponsors to compensate these entities for interruptions to their operations. The Act amends Title 49 and Title 23 of the United States Code to incorporate these requirements.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase the cost and complexity of transit and highway projects. It will also provide a financial safety net for businesses affected by construction-related disruptions. The Secretary of Transportation is granted significant discretion in implementing and waiving certain requirements.
Potential Benefits
- Provides financial assistance to businesses and non-profits impacted by construction.
- Allows BUMP Fund contributions to count toward the non-Federal share of project costs.
- Offers flexibility in determining eligible expenses and fund usage.
- Encourages project sponsors to consider community impacts during project planning.
- May lead to improved community relations and reduced opposition to infrastructure projects.
Potential Disadvantages
- Increases administrative burden and project costs for grant recipients.
- Gives the Secretary of Transportation broad discretion, potentially leading to inconsistent application.
- May create opportunities for misuse or inefficient allocation of funds.
- The definition of 'covered entity' is left to the project sponsor, potentially leading to unfairness.
- The one-year retention period for funds may be insufficient for some projects.
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Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8) by aiming to mitigate negative impacts of infrastructure projects on local businesses. The Act delegates authority to the Secretary of Transportation, which is a common practice, but the breadth of this authority could raise concerns about the non-delegation doctrine. The Act does not appear to infringe on any specific individual rights or liberties protected by the Constitution or its amendments.
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).