Freedom to Move Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:07:15Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1282 Freedom to Move Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Transportation and Public Works. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1282

The Freedom to Move Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1282, 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.

The bill includes several key provisions, including:

1. Prohibiting state and local governments from enacting laws or regulations that restrict the movement of individuals within the country, unless there is a compelling public safety or national security reason. 2. Ensuring that individuals have the right to travel freely between states without facing discrimination or barriers based on their race, religion, or other protected characteristics. 3. Protecting the rights of individuals to access public transportation and infrastructure without facing undue restrictions or obstacles. 4. Establishing a process for individuals to file complaints and seek redress if they believe their freedom of movement has been violated. Overall, the Freedom to Move Act aims to uphold the fundamental right of individuals to move freely within the United States, while also ensuring that this right is protected from unjust restrictions or discrimination. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is essential for safeguarding individual liberties, while opponents raise concerns about potential conflicts with state and local laws.

Congressional Summary of S 1282

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 S 1282

Bill S 1282 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill S 1282 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 25, 2023. Bill S 1282's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of April 25, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1282

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Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1282

Freedom to Move Act

A bill 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.