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- H.R.3040
H.R.3040: Safe Freight Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Aug. 2, 2013
- Latest Major Action Aug. 5, 2013
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Bill Cosponsors
82 (77 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
When this bill was on the Most Viewed List on Congress.gov
| Week Ending | Rank |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2014 | 7th |
Bill Summary
Safe Freight Act - Prohibits the operation of a freight train or light locomotive engine used in the movement of freight unless it has a crew of at least two individuals, one of whom is certified by the Federal Rail Administration as a locomotive operator and the other as a train conductor.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug. 5, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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| Aug. 2, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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| Aug. 2, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Michael H. Michaud (D-Maine) |