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Improving Chassis Capacity for Memphis’ Supply Chain Act
12/30/2022, 8:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6073
Specifically, the bill proposes to allocate funding for the purchase and deployment of additional chassis in the Memphis area, with the goal of reducing congestion and delays at ports and distribution centers. By increasing the capacity of chassis available for use, the bill aims to streamline the movement of goods and improve overall supply chain performance.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of a task force to oversee the implementation of the new chassis capacity initiatives and to monitor their effectiveness. The task force will be responsible for evaluating the impact of the increased chassis capacity on supply chain operations and making recommendations for further improvements. Overall, the Improving Chassis Capacity for Memphis' Supply Chain Act is designed to address a critical infrastructure issue in the Memphis area and to support the continued growth and efficiency of the region's transportation and logistics industry.
Congressional Summary of HR 6073
Improving Chassis Capacity for Memphis' Supply Chain Act
This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to undertake a process, in coordination with the Federal Maritime Commission, to create a voluntary chassis pool operated by a private sector entity at the rail ramps near Memphis, TN. (Chassis are special trailers used to transport shipping containers.)
DOT must solicit proposals from private sector entities to develop a model for operating such a pool. The proposals must address, among other matters, a sustainable fee structure, estimates of the number of chassis needed in the pool, and real property necessary to operate the pool.
If any entities submit satisfactory proposals, DOT must (1) contract with one of those entities to operate the pool, and (2) evaluate the effectiveness of the pool within one year of its implementation. In the event there are no satisfactory proposals submitted, DOT must provide Congress with alternative options to improve the availability of chassis at the rail ramps.
