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Researching Innovative Shipbuilding and Next-Generation Transit Infrastructure for Durable and Efficient Systems
6/3/2026, 5:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8998
This bill, designated as H.R. 8998 in the 119th Congress, aims to mandate the Transportation Research Board to assess novel hull designs and alternative construction material technologies for improving the operational efficiency, fleet performance, and payload capacities of waterborne transit systems. Introduced on May 21, 2026, the bill focuses on enhancing the capabilities and sustainability of water-based transportation infrastructure through innovative approaches.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8998
Bill HR 8998 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8998 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8998's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of May 21, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8998
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8998
To require the Transportation Research Board to evaluate innovative hull designs and the use of alternative material construction technologies to enhance operational fleet performance and payload capacity of waterborne transit systems.
To require the Transportation Research Board to evaluate innovative hull designs and the use of alternative material construction technologies to enhance operational fleet performance and payload capacity of waterborne transit systems.
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