H.R. 8615 — To amend title 49, United States Code, to limit the preference for Amtrak using rail lines, junctions, and crossings near ports and rail yards, and for other purposes.

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This bill limits 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.

The Department of Transportation may issue regulations to continue the preference waiver if necessary.

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2022-07-29
Introduced in House
2022-07-29
Introduced in House
2022-07-29
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation.
2022-08-01
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to limit the preference for Amtrak using rail lines, junctions, and crossings near ports and rail yards, and for other purposes.

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