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D-BLOC Act
3/9/2023, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3698
Bill 117 hr 3698, also known as the D-BLOC Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of interoperability among public safety communications networks.
The D-BLOC Act aims to establish a dedicated public safety broadband spectrum, known as the D Block, which would be used exclusively for first responders and emergency personnel. This spectrum would allow for more efficient and effective communication during emergencies and natural disasters.
Additionally, the bill seeks to allocate funding for the deployment and maintenance of this dedicated spectrum, as well as for the development of new technologies and equipment to support public safety communications. Overall, the D-BLOC Act is designed to improve the coordination and communication capabilities of first responders and emergency personnel, ultimately enhancing public safety and response efforts in times of crisis.
The D-BLOC Act aims to establish a dedicated public safety broadband spectrum, known as the D Block, which would be used exclusively for first responders and emergency personnel. This spectrum would allow for more efficient and effective communication during emergencies and natural disasters.
Additionally, the bill seeks to allocate funding for the deployment and maintenance of this dedicated spectrum, as well as for the development of new technologies and equipment to support public safety communications. Overall, the D-BLOC Act is designed to improve the coordination and communication capabilities of first responders and emergency personnel, ultimately enhancing public safety and response efforts in times of crisis.
Congressional Summary of HR 3698
Don't BLock Our Communities Act or the D-BLOC Act
This bill prohibits railroad carriers from obstructing travel at public highway-rail crossings for more than 10 minutes, except under limited circumstances (e.g., safety issues).
The Department of Transportation (DOT) must investigate and send notices to carriers of repeated incidents; carriers are subject to civil penalties for violations that occur after having received notice. DOT must also establish a national database for the public to report such incidents.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3698
Bill HR 3698 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3698 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3698's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 7, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3698
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3698
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3698
D-BLOC Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to limit railroad carriers from blocking railway-highway crossings, and for other purposes.
D-BLOC Act
Don’t BLock Our Communities Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3698
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