A resolution recognizing April 30, 2023, as "El Dia de los Ninos-Celebrating Young Americans".
- Last Action
- 5/3/2023
Actions
- 2023-01-31Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2023-01-31Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2023-01-31 (00)
Safe Passage on Interstates Act of 2023
This bill establishes a new federal criminal offense for the obstruction of interstate highways.
Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful to knowingly engage in a listed activity with the intent to obstruct the free, convenient, and normal use of the interstate highway. The listed activities are (1) deliberately delaying traffic, (2) standing or approaching a motor vehicle, or (3) endangering the safe movement of a motor vehicle.
A violation is subject to criminal penalties.
The bill provides an exception for any lawful activity conducted or authorized by the federal government or by a state or local government.
Cosponsors (1)
- Kevin Cramer (R-ND)
Subjects
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- First responders and emergency personnel
- Motor vehicles
- Roads and highways
- Transportation safety and security
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