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Freights First Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 4756 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Stage
In committee
Started in
House
Sponsors
3
Latest action
Jul 26, 2025

What it does

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.

Official summary · Introduced in House · Jul 25, 2025

Titles and provisions can change as the bill moves.

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Jul 25, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Jul 26, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

  4. Law (Not started)

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Who is involved

Sponsors

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Where it goes next

While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.

Work with this bill

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