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Changes to Liability for Infrastructure Construction Accidents

This act modifies liability rules for accidents on federally funded infrastructure construction projects. It means that for elevation or gravity-related injuries, courts will consider if the injured person contributed to the accident, rather than automatically blaming the property owner or contractor. This aims to facilitate infrastructure development.
Key points
No more automatic blame: Property owners and contractors will no longer be automatically held liable for elevation or gravity-related accidents on federally funded projects.
Personal responsibility matters: Courts will now assess if the injured person contributed to the accident, for example, by not following safety rules.
Workers' compensation protected: The act does not change existing workers' compensation laws, which continue to protect employees.
Applies to new projects: These changes apply to claims arising from projects that received federal financial assistance on or after January 1, 2021.
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Print number: 117_HR_1300
Sponsor: Rep. Jacobs, Chris [R-NY-27]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1300.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No more automatic blame: Property owners and contractors will no longer be automatically held liable for elevation or gravity-related accidents on federally funded projects.
  • Personal responsibility matters: Courts will now assess if the injured person contributed to the accident, for example, by not following safety rules.
  • Workers' compensation protected: The act does not change existing workers' compensation laws, which continue to protect employees.
  • Applies to new projects: These changes apply to claims arising from projects that received federal financial assistance on or after January 1, 2021.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Jacobs, Chris [R-NY-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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