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To prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from granting authority to a motor carrier domiciled in Mexico to operate beyond United States municipalities and commercial zones on the United States-Mexico border unless expressly authorized by Congress.

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Summary of Bill HR 6630

Bill 110 hr 6630, also known as the "Prohibition on Mexican Motor Carriers Act," aims to restrict the Secretary of Transportation from granting permission to Mexican motor carriers to operate outside of US municipalities and commercial zones along the US-Mexico border without explicit approval from Congress.

The bill seeks to address concerns about the safety and security implications of allowing Mexican motor carriers to operate freely within the United States. Supporters argue that stricter regulations are necessary to ensure that only qualified and properly vetted carriers are allowed to transport goods across the border.

If passed, the bill would require Mexican motor carriers to obtain specific authorization from Congress before being granted permission to operate beyond designated areas along the border. This would give lawmakers greater oversight and control over which carriers are allowed to conduct business within the United States. Opponents of the bill argue that it could have negative economic consequences, potentially leading to increased costs for consumers and businesses that rely on cross-border trade. They also raise concerns about the potential for retaliation from Mexico, which could impact US businesses operating in the country. Overall, the "Prohibition on Mexican Motor Carriers Act" represents a contentious issue that highlights the complex relationship between the United States and Mexico in terms of trade and transportation. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, where lawmakers will need to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks before making a decision on its passage.

Current Status of Bill HR 6630

Bill HR 6630 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2008. Bill HR 6630 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2008.  Bill HR 6630's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of September 10, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6630

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
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 HR 6630

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

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