Bill Detail
H.R. 4756
Congress: 119
Title
Freights First Act
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.
Sponsor
Rep. Eric Burlison [R-MO-7]
Status
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Status as of Aug 14, 10:34 PM · synced 1h ago
Introduced
2025-07-25
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Bill Engagement
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 l…
Sponsor
Rep. Eric Burlison [R-MO-7]R
Status
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Cosponsors
0D · 2R
Partisan (R only)
LDA engagement
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Introduced
2025-07-25