Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8996) to enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and for other purposes.

12/16/2024, 7:22 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1560

Bill 118 H.Res. 1560 is a resolution that sets the rules for considering another bill, H.R. 8996. The purpose of H.R. 8996 is to improve safety regulations for trains that transport hazardous materials. The bill aims to enhance safety requirements to reduce the risk of accidents and protect communities along train routes.

The specific provisions of H.R. 8996 are not detailed in this resolution, but it is clear that the focus is on increasing safety measures for trains carrying hazardous materials. This could include requirements for improved train cars, stricter regulations for handling and transporting hazardous materials, and increased oversight and enforcement mechanisms.

Overall, the goal of this legislation is to prevent accidents and protect the public from the potential dangers of transporting hazardous materials by rail. The resolution, Bill 118 H.Res. 1560, is necessary to establish the procedures for considering and potentially passing H.R. 8996 in the US Congress.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1560

Bill HRES 1560 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 1, 2024. Bill HRES 1560 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 1, 2024.  Bill HRES 1560's most recent activity was Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Moulton. Petition No: 118-20. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2024112020?Page=2&CongressNum=118">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.) as of November 20, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1560

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
6
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1560

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1560

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8996) to enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and for other purposes.Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8996) to enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and for other purposes.
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