United States 119th Congress Status: In Committee Bipartisan · 3 R · 2 D cosponsors

HR 141 — Trailer Safety Improvement Act

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

Advancing 40% · moderate confidence

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 5 sponsors

    1 primary, 4 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (3 R · 2 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

HR 141 addresses transportation infrastructure improvements.

This bill focuses on enhancing the nation's transportation infrastructure. It aims to ensure better roads and transit systems for everyone.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Improvements in transportation infrastructure can lead to easier commutes and better job access.
  • Families: Enhanced transit systems can provide families with safer and more reliable travel options.
  • Environment: Upgraded roads and transit can contribute to reduced congestion, benefiting air quality.

Summary

Trailer Safety Improvement ActThis bill requires that state highway safety programs address trailer safety equipment, preventive maintenance, and other aspects of the proper and safe usage of light- and medium-duty trailers.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

  4. Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 4 co-sponsors · 542 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (4)

Not signed on (542)

542 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

public-safety transportation
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 141 do?
Trailer Safety Improvement ActThis bill requires that state highway safety programs address trailer safety equipment, preventive maintenance, and other aspects of the proper and safe usage of light- and medium-duty trailers.
Who sponsors HR 141?
HR 141 is sponsored by Burchett, Tim (Republican), Bishop, Sanford D. (Democratic), Yakym, Rudy (Republican), Garamendi, John (Democratic), and Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 141?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HR 141?
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