H.R. 4756
119th Congress
Freights First Act
2
Cosponsors
4
Actions
0
Amendments
0
Committees
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Since introduced
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
26 juillet 2025·0 years ago
Summary
Introduced in House · Updated 15 septembre 2025
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.
Timeline
4 actions
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
26 juillet 2025 · Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
25 juillet 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
25 juillet 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
25 juillet 2025 · IntroReferral
Sponsorship
2 cosponsors
Sponsor
Republican:Rep. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7]MOCosponsors
- Republican2100%
- Republican:Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]PA
- Republican:Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]WY
Classification
Policy area
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