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HJ 2

United States of America - National Infrastructure Bank

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Foley and 7 co-sponsors

Maryland urges Congress to establish a federally-backed National Infrastructure Bank to finance large-scale U.S. infrastructure projects through dedicated lending mechanisms.

First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
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Bill Summary · HJ 2

Legislative bill overview

HJ 2 is a house joint resolution introduced in Maryland that appears to advocate for the establishment or support of a National Infrastructure Bank at the federal level. The bill calls for congressional action to create a federal financial institution dedicated to funding large-scale infrastructure projects across the United States. This resolution represents Maryland's legislative position on federal infrastructure financing mechanisms.

Why is this important

A National Infrastructure Bank could reshape how the U.S. finances major projects like transportation, water systems, and broadband networks by providing dedicated federal lending capacity. This addresses concerns that traditional infrastructure funding mechanisms are insufficient to meet aging infrastructure needs and competitive pressures from other nations. The outcome could significantly affect infrastructure development timelines, project costs, and federal budgeting priorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal funding concerns: Critics worry about expanding federal debt and whether a new bank duplicates existing agencies like the Export-Import Bank or Treasury programs, raising questions about fiscal responsibility and governmental efficiency
  • Project selection criteria: Disagreement over whether decisions should prioritize economically disadvantaged regions, politically influential areas, or projects with the strongest returns, and who controls those decisions
  • State vs. federal control: Debate over whether states maintain input into projects affecting their infrastructure or if federal bureaucracy becomes an intermediary, potentially slowing local decision-making

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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