Freights First Act
12/15/2023, 3:59 PMSummary of Bill HR 3893
Bill 118 hr 3893, also known as the Freights First Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to prioritize the transportation of freight on the nation's highways and railways.The Freights First Act aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of freight transportation in the United States. It seeks to address issues such as congestion, delays, and safety concerns that currently impact the movement of goods across the country.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national freight policy that will guide decision-making and investment in freight infrastructure. This policy will prioritize projects that enhance the movement of goods, reduce bottlenecks, and improve the overall efficiency of the freight transportation system. Additionally, the Freights First Act includes measures to promote the use of innovative technologies and practices in freight transportation. This includes investments in advanced freight management systems, improved data collection and analysis, and the development of sustainable freight transportation solutions. Overall, the Freights First Act is aimed at modernizing and improving the nation's freight transportation system to better meet the needs of businesses, consumers, and the economy as a whole. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help boost economic growth and competitiveness, while critics raise concerns about the potential costs and impacts on other transportation priorities.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3893
Bill HR 3893 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill HR 3893 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 7, 2023. Bill HR 3893's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. as of June 8, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3893
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3893
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of TransportationNational Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak)RailroadsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3893
Freights First ActFreights First ActTo amend title 49, United States Code, to limit the preference for Amtrak using rail lines, junctions, and crossings near ports and rail yards, and for other purposes.Comments
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