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No Electric Ferries Act

12/21/2023, 4:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4129

Bill 118 hr 4129, also known as the No Electric Ferries Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of electric ferries for transportation in the United States.

The bill outlines that electric ferries are not a viable option for transportation due to concerns about their safety, reliability, and environmental impact. It argues that traditional fuel-powered ferries are a more practical and efficient means of transportation for both passengers and cargo.

If passed, the No Electric Ferries Act would prevent any federal funding from being used to support the development, construction, or operation of electric ferries. It would also require existing electric ferries to transition to traditional fuel-powered engines within a specified timeframe. Supporters of the bill argue that electric ferries are not yet proven to be a reliable and cost-effective option for transportation, and that investing in traditional fuel-powered ferries is a better use of resources. Critics, on the other hand, believe that electric ferries have the potential to be a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly mode of transportation. Overall, the No Electric Ferries Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the future of transportation in the United States. It remains to be seen whether or not this bill will ultimately be passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 4129

No Electric Ferries Act

This bill prohibits the Department of Transportation from providing passenger ferry grants for zero-emission or electric ferry projects under the Urbanized Area Formula Funding program.

Current Status of Bill HR 4129

Bill HR 4129 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill HR 4129 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2023.  Bill HR 4129's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4129

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 4129

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
- Marine and inland water transportation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4129

No Electric Ferries Act
No Electric Ferries Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from making certain grants to zero-emission or electric ferries, and for other purposes.

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