Bill Sponsor
Senate Bill 2309
117th Congress(2021-2022)
A bill to improve the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program, and for other purposes.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Jul 12, 2021
Overview
Text
Introduced
Jul 12, 2021
Latest Action
Jul 12, 2021
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
2309
Congress
117
Policy Area
Transportation and Public Works
Transportation and Public Works
Primary focus of measure is all aspects of transportation modes and conveyances, including funding and safety matters; Coast Guard; infrastructure development; travel and tourism. Measures concerning water resources and navigation projects may fall under Water Resources Development policy area.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
Georgia
Senate Votes (0)
House Votes (0)
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

This bill expands eligibility for and modifies grants available through the Department of Transportation for improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability of passenger and freight rail transportation systems.

Specifically, the bill makes the District of Columbia, certain associations that represent railroads, and Indian tribes eligible for the grants. Other modifications include allowing grants to fund additional types of projects, such as (1) measures to prevent trespassing to reduce associated injuries and fatalities; (2) modifications to locomotives that reduce emissions; and (3) research, development, and testing of electromagnetic guideways in a vacuum (e.g., the hyperloop).

Text (1)
Actions (2)
07/12/2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
07/12/2021
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 1, 2023 11:43:59 PM