Freights First Act
119-HR-4756119th CongressIntroduced Jul 25, 2025Transportation and Public Works
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Sponsor
Rep. Burlison, Eric [R-MO-7](R-MO-7)2 cosponsors
Summary
Freights First Act
This bill eliminates Amtrak's preference over freight transportation in using a rail line, junction, or crossing if such rail line, junction, or crossing is located within 50 miles of a port or rail yard. Currently, Amtrak's priority status does not apply if there is an emergency.
Actions (4)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Jul 26, 2025House committee actions
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jul 25, 2025House floor actions
Introduced in House
Jul 25, 2025Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Jul 25, 2025Library of Congress