To amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish sanctions and penalties applicable to an employer whenever an employee of the employer is convicted of driving an over-the-road bus under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance while acting within the scope of the employee's employment.

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Bill Number

HR 7204

Introduced

Sep 28, 2008

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

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Administrative law and regulatory procedures Criminal procedure and sentencing Department of Transportation Drug, alcohol, tobacco use Motor carriers Transportation and Public Works Transportation safety and security

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Summary

Directs the Secretary of Transportation to establish criminal penalties and fines for employers of over-the-road bus drivers convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance while acting within the scope of their employment.

Actions

Sep 29, 2008

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Sep 28, 2008

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Sep 28, 2008

Introduced in House

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