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- H.R.1666
H.R.1666: To amend title 49, United States Code, to eliminate provisions of Federal law that provide special support for, or burdens on, the operation of Amtrak as a passenger rail carrier, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about taxation
- Introduced May 20, 1997
- Latest Major Action June 2, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends Federal transportation law to repeal specified authorities with respect to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak), eliminating intercity rail passenger transportation (while retaining Amtrak commuter services). Repeals a provision which provides for the judicial review of the discontinuance of a route, a train, or transportation, or the reduction in the frequency of transportation by Amtrak. Authorizes appropriations in...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| May 20, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Joel Hefley (R-Colo.) |