Right to Override Act

Senate Bill

S. 2997

119th Congress

Right to Override Act

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Edward J. Markey

Senator

Democratic

MA

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Summary

This bill would extend the Appalachian Development Highway System by 15 miles to include improvements to Corridor K in North Carolina. The goal is to support economic development in the Appalachian region by expanding and upgrading the designated network of highways eligible for federal funding.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would extend the Appalachian Development Highway System by 15 miles to include improvements to Corridor K in North Carolina. The goal is to support economic development in the Appalachian region by expanding and upgrading the designated network of highways eligible for federal funding.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This bill increases the mileage of the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) from 3,090 miles to 3,105 miles to provide for improvements to and expansion of Corridor K in North Carolina. (The ADHS is a system of designated corridors and roadways within the 13 states that make up the Appalachian Region which is eligible for federal highway funds and intended to contribute to the region's economic development. Corridor K is one of the designated corridors in the ADHS.)</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Increases the total mileage of the Appalachian Development Highway System from 3,090 to 3,105 miles
Specifically expands Corridor K, one of the designated corridors in the highway system, in North Carolina
The highway system is intended to promote economic growth and development in the 13-state Appalachian region

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would primarily benefit residents and businesses in the Appalachian region of North Carolina by providing funding for road improvements and expansions. It could lead to better transportation infrastructure, increased economic activity, and more job opportunities in the affected areas.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Related Subjects

Infrastructure development

North Carolina

Roads and highways

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

2997, 119th Congress (2025). "Right to Override Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-2997