119th Congress

H.R. 4756

Freights First Act

Introduced
In committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law

Sponsor: Eric Burlison(R-MO)
Introduced: Jul 25, 2025
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Committees: House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Official text: Introduced in House · Congress.gov page

Cosponsors (2)

Original cosponsors (2)

Harriet M. Hageman (R-WY)
Scott Perry (R-PA)

Summary

Summary by the Congressional Research Service· describes the “Introduced in House” version

Freights First Act This bill eliminates 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. Currently, Amtrak's priority status does not apply if there is an emergency.

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Jul 26, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Jul 25, 2025 · House
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jul 25, 2025
Introduced in House