Bicycles for Rural African Transport Act
This bill establishes a USAID program to provide affordable bicycles in sub-Saharan Africa, directly supporting rural communities - particularly women and girls - by improving access to education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities. It authorizes annual funding starting at $3 million in 2024 and rising to $12 million annually after 2027, with grants to local NGOs that have proven success in rural mobility. Key provisions include funding bicycle distribution, supporting local mechanics and spare parts access, reducing gender-based stigma, and building community management capacity. USAID must report annually to Congress on past and current projects, including country-specific impacts and outcomes.
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Introduced Feb 15, 2023
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Feb 15, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S427-428)
Feb 15, 2023
Senate · Introduced
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Richard J. Durbin
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