Bill · H.R. 8399· House(119-HR-8399)
STAR Act
- Introduced
- 4/21/2026
- Last activity
- 4/21/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Sponsored by
- Alma Adams
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Saving Transit Art Resources Act" or the "STAR Act," proposes amendments to title 49 of the United States Code. The primary purpose is to allow certain funds to be used for the incremental costs of incorporating art into facilities. It specifically seeks to amend section 5323(h) and section 5309 of title 49. The legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 21, 2026.
Yes
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+3
The bill allows transit funds to be used for the incremental costs of incorporating art into facilities.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+2
The integration of art into transit facilities can enhance the aesthetic and cultural value of urban public spaces.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Funding for Art in Facilities: The bill amends section 5323(h) to allow certain funds to be used for the incremental costs of incorporating art into facilities (Section 2(a)). This could provide a way to integrate artistic elements into public transit or related facilities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the text: The provided text focuses on the authorization of funds for art and the specific legislative amendments required to allow it, but it does not list any negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+2
- 4/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/21/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Chellie PingreeDemocrat · Maine
Janice SchakowskyDemocrat · Illinois