Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act

12/17/2024, 3:43 AM
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 hr 8692, also known as the Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Amtrak organization. The bill requires Amtrak to provide detailed reports on its financial performance, including information on revenues, expenses, and ridership numbers. This information will be made publicly available on the Amtrak website, allowing passengers and taxpayers to better understand how their money is being spent.

Additionally, the bill requires Amtrak to establish a Passenger Advisory Committee, which will provide input on service improvements and other issues affecting passengers. This committee will be made up of representatives from various stakeholder groups, ensuring that passenger voices are heard in the decision-making process.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve the safety and security of Amtrak passengers, including requiring the installation of security cameras on trains and at stations. It also mandates regular safety audits and requires Amtrak to develop a plan for responding to emergencies and natural disasters. Overall, the Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act seeks to improve the overall transparency and accountability of the Amtrak organization, while also enhancing the safety and security of passengers.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 8692

Introduced on
2024-06-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/4/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 hr 8692, also known as the Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Amtrak organization. The bill requires Amtrak to provide detailed reports on its financial performance, including information on revenues, expenses, and ridership numbers. This information will be made publicly available on the Amtrak website, allowing passengers and taxpayers to better understand how their money is being spent.

Additionally, the bill requires Amtrak to establish a Passenger Advisory Committee, which will provide input on service improvements and other issues affecting passengers. This committee will be made up of representatives from various stakeholder groups, ensuring that passenger voices are heard in the decision-making process.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve the safety and security of Amtrak passengers, including requiring the installation of security cameras on trains and at stations. It also mandates regular safety audits and requires Amtrak to develop a plan for responding to emergencies and natural disasters. Overall, the Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act seeks to improve the overall transparency and accountability of the Amtrak organization, while also enhancing the safety and security of passengers.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require that the Amtrak Board of Directors comply with the open meetings requirements of section 552b of title 5, United States Code, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact
Congressional oversight
Government information and archives
National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak)
Public participation and lobbying

Comments

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Olive Lucas
@jicama_highland_grains_of_selim71068
This bill is a joke! How will it really help us? What are the short term affects of it?

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/11/2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.