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H.R.2726: National Defense Rail Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced July 15, 2003
- Latest Major Action July 16, 2003
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
National Defense Rail Act - Requires studies or assessments of: (1) security risks associated with freight and intercity passenger rail transportation; (2) security priorities; (3) rail crossing delay security issues; (4) existing rail safety regulations; (5) foreign rail transport security programs; and (6) the feasibility of passenger, baggage, and cargo screening. Directs the Secretary of Transportation to: (1) establish a national...
(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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| July 15, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Julia M. Carson (D-Ind.) |