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Latest Action: 09/27/2008 - Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. Bill Text
To require Surface Transportation Board consideration of the impacts of certain railroad transactions on local communities, and for other purposes.
Latest Action: 02/28/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2371) Bill TextA bill to amend section 10501 of title 49, United States Code, to exclude solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board. 2/28/2007--Introduced. Clean Railroads Act of 2007 - Excludes solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board.
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Latest Action: 10/23/2007 - Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Senate Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security. Hearings held. Bill TextA bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure competition in the rail industry, enable rail customers to obtain reliable rail service, and provide those customers with a reasonable process for challenging rate and service disputes. 3/21/2007--Introduced. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act of 2007 - Sets forth Surface Transportation Board directives calling for effective competition among rail carriers and reliable rail transportation service for rail customers.Requires a rail carrier, upon shipper request, to establish rates for transportation and provide requested service between any two points on the carrier's system. Prohibits the Board from issuing a certificate authorizing construction and operation of railroad lines, short line purchases by Class II and Class III rail carriers, or consolidation, merger, and acquisition of control of rail carriers, or exempt from such certificate requirements any person, transaction, or service with [...] show full description
Latest Action: 03/01/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Bill TextTo amend section 10501 of title 49, United States Code, to exclude solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board. 2/28/2007--Introduced. Clean Railroads Act of 2007 - Excludes solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board.
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Latest Action: 03/28/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities. Bill TextTo strengthen national security and promote energy independence by reducing the Nation's reliance on foreign oil, improving vehicle technology and efficiency, increasing the distribution of alternative fuels, bolstering rail infrastructure, and expanding access to public transit. 3/1/2007--Introduced. Program for Real Energy Security Act or the PROGRESS Act - Establishes the National Commission on Energy Security and Transition to New Fuels. Sets forth the duties of the Commission, including to make recommendations to Congress and the President for: (1) preserving the national energy security in the event of a terrorist attack or natural disaster; and (2) reducing U.S. dependence on foreign oil over a specified period. Establishes: (1) the New Manhattan Center for High Efficiency Vehicles; and (2) the Advisory Council on Federal Participation. Requires the Secretary of Energy to carry out a program of grants to federal and private sector researchers (including the Center) [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 07/16/2007 - Committee on Appropriations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Murray. With written report No. 110-131. Bill TextAn original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. 7/16/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - Title I: Department of Transportation - Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, 2008 - Makes appropriations for FY2008 to the Department of Transportation, including: (1) the Office of the Secretary; (2) the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); (3) the Federal Highway Administration; (4) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; (5) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA); (6) the Federal Railroad [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 03/03/2008 - Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-270. Bill TextA bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to improve railroad safety by reducing accidents and to prevent railroad fatalities, injuries, and hazardous materials releases, and for other purposes. 3/3/2008--Reported to Senate amended. (There is 1 other summary) Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2007 - (Sec. 3) Amends federal transportation law to authorize appropriations for FY2008-FY2013 for: (1) railroad safety, including the safe transportation of hazardous materials; (2) research and development (R&D); (3) the purchase of Gage Restraint Measurement System vehicles and track geometry vehicles or other comparable technology to assess track safety; and (4) rail security personnel in Department of Transportation (DOT) regional offices and in Washington, DC.Authorizes appropriations for FY2008-FY2011 for construction of the Facility for Underground Rail Station and Tunnel Testing and Training at the Transportation Technology Center, Inc.[...] show full description
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Latest Action: 05/04/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Bill TextTo amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure competition in the rail industry, enable rail customers to obtain reliable rail service, and provide those customers with a reasonable process for challenging rate and service disputes. 5/3/2007--Introduced. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act of 2007 - Sets forth Surface Transportation Board directives calling for effective competition among rail carriers and reliable rail transportation service for rail customers.Requires a rail carrier, upon shipper request, to establish rates for transportation and provide requested service between any two points on the carrier's system. Prohibits the Board from issuing a certificate authorizing construction and operation of railroad lines, short line purchases by Class II and Class III rail carriers, or consolidation, merger, and acquisition of control of rail carriers, or exempt from such certificate requirements any person, transaction, or service with respect [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 01/05/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Bill TextTo require the Surface Transportation Board to consider certain issues when deciding whether to authorize the construction of a railroad line. 1/4/2007--Introduced. Neighborhood Rail Accountability Act - Amends federal transportation law to require the Surface Transportation Board, in determining whether to issue a certificate authorizing the construction of an additional railroad line or of an extension to any railroad line, to: (1) give greater weight to local official statements and public comments in opposition to the proposed construction (especially construction in a residential area) if there is an unusually high level of public opposition; and (2) identify any disproportionate negative impacts on any socioeconomic population, including a discussion of alternatives that were considered that would have avoided such impacts. Prescribes procedural requirements for dealing with any false or incorrect information provided by an applicant for a certificate for construction.
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Latest Action: 06/12/2008 - Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 779. Bill TextTo reauthorize Amtrak, and for other purposes. 6/11/2008--Passed House amended. (There are 2 other summaries) Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 - Title I: Authorizations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2009-FY2013 for: (1) Amtrak capital and operating grants, including capital grants to states, to the Amtrak Office of the Inspector General, and for accessibility improvements and barrier removal for individuals with disabilities; (2) Amtrak repayment of long-term debt and capital leases; and (3) the rail cooperative research program. Authorizes appropriations for FY2009 for grants to Amtrak and states participating in the Next Generation Corridor Train Equipment Pool Committee. Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to withhold up to one-half of 1% of certain funds for the costs of project management oversight of capital projects carried out by Amtrak.(Sec. 102) Authorizes appropriations for costs [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 09/27/2008 - Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. Bill Text
To require Surface Transportation Board consideration of the impacts of certain railroad transactions on local communities, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action: 06/12/2008 - Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 779. Bill TextTo reauthorize Amtrak, and for other purposes. 6/11/2008--Passed House amended. (There are 2 other summaries) Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 - Title I: Authorizations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2009-FY2013 for: (1) Amtrak capital and operating grants, including capital grants to states, to the Amtrak Office of the Inspector General, and for accessibility improvements and barrier removal for individuals with disabilities; (2) Amtrak repayment of long-term debt and capital leases; and (3) the rail cooperative research program. Authorizes appropriations for FY2009 for grants to Amtrak and states participating in the Next Generation Corridor Train Equipment Pool Committee. Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to withhold up to one-half of 1% of certain funds for the costs of project management oversight of capital projects carried out by Amtrak.(Sec. 102) Authorizes appropriations for costs [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 03/03/2008 - Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-270. Bill TextA bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to improve railroad safety by reducing accidents and to prevent railroad fatalities, injuries, and hazardous materials releases, and for other purposes. 3/3/2008--Reported to Senate amended. (There is 1 other summary) Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2007 - (Sec. 3) Amends federal transportation law to authorize appropriations for FY2008-FY2013 for: (1) railroad safety, including the safe transportation of hazardous materials; (2) research and development (R&D); (3) the purchase of Gage Restraint Measurement System vehicles and track geometry vehicles or other comparable technology to assess track safety; and (4) rail security personnel in Department of Transportation (DOT) regional offices and in Washington, DC.Authorizes appropriations for FY2008-FY2011 for construction of the Facility for Underground Rail Station and Tunnel Testing and Training at the Transportation Technology Center, Inc.[...] show full description
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Latest Action: 07/16/2007 - Committee on Appropriations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Murray. With written report No. 110-131. Bill TextAn original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. 7/16/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - Title I: Department of Transportation - Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, 2008 - Makes appropriations for FY2008 to the Department of Transportation, including: (1) the Office of the Secretary; (2) the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); (3) the Federal Highway Administration; (4) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; (5) the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA); (6) the Federal Railroad [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 05/04/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Bill TextTo amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure competition in the rail industry, enable rail customers to obtain reliable rail service, and provide those customers with a reasonable process for challenging rate and service disputes. 5/3/2007--Introduced. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act of 2007 - Sets forth Surface Transportation Board directives calling for effective competition among rail carriers and reliable rail transportation service for rail customers.Requires a rail carrier, upon shipper request, to establish rates for transportation and provide requested service between any two points on the carrier's system. Prohibits the Board from issuing a certificate authorizing construction and operation of railroad lines, short line purchases by Class II and Class III rail carriers, or consolidation, merger, and acquisition of control of rail carriers, or exempt from such certificate requirements any person, transaction, or service with respect [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 10/23/2007 - Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Senate Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security. Hearings held. Bill TextA bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure competition in the rail industry, enable rail customers to obtain reliable rail service, and provide those customers with a reasonable process for challenging rate and service disputes. 3/21/2007--Introduced. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act of 2007 - Sets forth Surface Transportation Board directives calling for effective competition among rail carriers and reliable rail transportation service for rail customers.Requires a rail carrier, upon shipper request, to establish rates for transportation and provide requested service between any two points on the carrier's system. Prohibits the Board from issuing a certificate authorizing construction and operation of railroad lines, short line purchases by Class II and Class III rail carriers, or consolidation, merger, and acquisition of control of rail carriers, or exempt from such certificate requirements any person, transaction, or service with [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Administrative procedure, Agricultural wastes, Agriculture, Alaska, Alcohol as fuel, Alternative energy sources, Armed forces, Automobile industry, Bicycles, Biomass energy, Bonds, Budgets, Business, Buy American, Capital investments, Cellulose, Coal, Coal liquefaction, Collective bargaining, Commercialization, Commuting, Compensation (Law), Conferences, Congress, Congressional investigations, Congressional reporting requirements, Construction costs, Construction industries, Construction workers, Consumer education, Consumers, Defense contracts, Defense economics, Defense policy, Defense procurement, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, Diesel motor, Electric batteries, Electric vehicles, Energy, Energy conservation, Energy crops, Energy demand, Energy efficiency, Energy prices, Energy research, Energy security, Energy supplies, Energy transportation, Environmental protection, Executive departments, Expedited congressional procedure, Exports, Federal advisory bodies, Federal aid to research, Federal aid to transportation, Federally-guaranteed loans, Finance, Fines (Penalties), Fringe benefits, Fuel consumption, Government information, Government paperwork, Government publicity, Government vehicles, Grants-in-aid, Highspeed ground transportation, House rules and procedure, Hydrogen, Income tax, Industrial arbitration, Infrastructure, Infrastructure (Economics), Inspectors general, Intellectual property, Inventions, Labeling, Labor, Labor contracts, Laboratories, Law, Legislative resolutions, Maintenance and repair, Manufacturing industries, Marketing, Mass rapid transit, Military transportation, Military vehicles, Minimum wages, Motor vehicles, Natural gas vehicles, Natural resources, Oils and fats, Patents, Petroleum refineries, Politics and government, Public contracts, Public-private partnerships, Railroad commuting traffic, Railroad employees, Railroad engineering, Railroad finance, Railroad freight operations, Railroad passenger traffic, Railroad rates, Railroad safety, Railroads, Refuse as fuel, Research and development, Research centers, Research grants, Science policy, Senate rules and procedure, Service stations, Small business, Solid wastes, Standards, Subsidies, Tax credits, Tax exclusion, Taxation, Technological innovations, Technology, Technology assessment, Technology transfer, Trade, Trade secrets, Traffic engineering, Transportation, Transportation planning, Transportation research, Wages
Latest Action: 03/28/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities. Bill TextTo strengthen national security and promote energy independence by reducing the Nation's reliance on foreign oil, improving vehicle technology and efficiency, increasing the distribution of alternative fuels, bolstering rail infrastructure, and expanding access to public transit. 3/1/2007--Introduced. Program for Real Energy Security Act or the PROGRESS Act - Establishes the National Commission on Energy Security and Transition to New Fuels. Sets forth the duties of the Commission, including to make recommendations to Congress and the President for: (1) preserving the national energy security in the event of a terrorist attack or natural disaster; and (2) reducing U.S. dependence on foreign oil over a specified period. Establishes: (1) the New Manhattan Center for High Efficiency Vehicles; and (2) the Advisory Council on Federal Participation. Requires the Secretary of Energy to carry out a program of grants to federal and private sector researchers (including the Center) [...] show full description
Latest Action: 02/28/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2371) Bill TextA bill to amend section 10501 of title 49, United States Code, to exclude solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board. 2/28/2007--Introduced. Clean Railroads Act of 2007 - Excludes solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board.
Latest Action: 03/01/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Bill TextTo amend section 10501 of title 49, United States Code, to exclude solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board. 2/28/2007--Introduced. Clean Railroads Act of 2007 - Excludes solid waste disposal from the jurisdiction of the Surface Transportation Board.
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