Freights First Act

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Bill Number

HR 3893

Introduced

Jun 7, 2023

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

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Topics

Administrative law and regulatory procedures Department of Transportation National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) Railroads Transportation and Public Works

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Summary

Freights First Act

This bill eliminates Amtrak's preference over freight transportation in using a rail line, junction, or crossing if such rail line, junction, or crossing is located within 50 miles of a port or rail yard. Currently, Amtrak's priority status does not apply if there is an emergency.

Actions

Jun 8, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Jun 7, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jun 7, 2023

Introduced in House

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