Access and Dignity for All People Who Travel Act of 2023

12/21/2023, 4:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4049

Bill 118 HR 4049, also known as the Access and Dignity for All People Who Travel Act of 2023, aims to improve accessibility and accommodations for individuals with disabilities when traveling. The bill focuses on ensuring that all modes of transportation, including air travel, rail travel, and public transportation, are accessible to individuals with disabilities.

Key provisions of the bill include requiring transportation providers to make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, such as providing accessible seating, ramps, and other necessary equipment. The bill also calls for the development of training programs for transportation staff to better assist individuals with disabilities.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve communication and information access for individuals with disabilities, including providing accessible information on transportation schedules and routes. The bill also addresses the need for accessible restrooms and facilities at transportation hubs and terminals. Overall, the Access and Dignity for All People Who Travel Act of 2023 aims to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to transportation services and are able to travel with dignity and independence.

Current Status of Bill HR 4049

Bill HR 4049 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4049 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023.  Bill HR 4049's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of June 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4049

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4049

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAviation and airportsCongressional oversightConsumer affairsDepartment of TransportationDisability and paralysisEmployment and training programsService animals

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4049

Access and Dignity for All People Who Travel Act of 2023Access and Dignity for All People Who Travel Act of 2023To provide seating accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and for other purposes.
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