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Freedom to Move Act
12/15/2023, 3:57 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2848
The Freedom to Move Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2848, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote and protect the rights of individuals to freely move and travel within the United States.
One key aspect of the Freedom to Move Act is the protection of individuals' rights to travel without facing discrimination or harassment based on factors such as race, religion, or national origin. The bill aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to transportation services and facilities, regardless of their background.
Additionally, the Freedom to Move Act seeks to address issues related to transportation infrastructure and accessibility. The bill includes provisions for improving and expanding public transportation options, as well as ensuring that transportation services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Overall, the Freedom to Move Act is focused on promoting freedom of movement and ensuring that all individuals have equal access to transportation services. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate impact on transportation policy in the United States remains to be seen.
One key aspect of the Freedom to Move Act is the protection of individuals' rights to travel without facing discrimination or harassment based on factors such as race, religion, or national origin. The bill aims to ensure that all individuals have equal access to transportation services and facilities, regardless of their background.
Additionally, the Freedom to Move Act seeks to address issues related to transportation infrastructure and accessibility. The bill includes provisions for improving and expanding public transportation options, as well as ensuring that transportation services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Overall, the Freedom to Move Act is focused on promoting freedom of movement and ensuring that all individuals have equal access to transportation services. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate impact on transportation policy in the United States remains to be seen.
Congressional Summary of HR 2848
Freedom to Move Act
This bill directs the Department of Transportation to award competitive five-year grants (i.e., Freedom to Move Grants) to states, local governments, transit agencies, and nonprofit organizations in both rural and urban areas to cover the lost fare revenue for fare-free public transportation and improve public transportation.
Grants must be used to support (1) implementing a fare-free transit program; and (2) efforts to improve public transportation, particularly in underserved communities, such as costs associated with efforts to provide more safe, frequent, and reliable bus service, including bus stop safety and accessibility improvements, and pedestrian and bike shelters.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2848
Bill HR 2848 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2848 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2848's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of April 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2848
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2848
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2848
Freedom to Move Act
Freedom to Move Act
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to carry out a grant program to support efforts to provide fare-free transit service, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2848
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