HOUSE 4756119th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Freights First Act
- Last Action
- 7/26/2025
Actions
- 2025-07-26Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
- 2025-07-25Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2025-07-25Introduced in House
- 2025-07-25Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2025-07-25 (00)
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.
Cosponsors (2)
- Scott Perry (R-PA)
- Harriet Hageman (R-WY)
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