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Truck Parking Safety Improvement: More Rest Stops for Drivers

This act aims to increase the number of safe parking spaces for commercial trucks on federal highways. This will provide truck drivers with more places to rest, improving road safety and reducing traffic congestion. Citizens may experience smoother traffic flow and enhanced road safety.
Key points
The act allocates hundreds of millions of dollars for building and improving truck parking facilities from 2023-2026.
New parking facilities will be free for truck drivers, reducing their operating costs.
Funds can be used for constructing new spaces, opening existing facilities (e.g., weigh stations), and enhancing safety at parking areas.
The act prohibits the use of funds for electric vehicle charging stations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2187
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2187.

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 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act allocates hundreds of millions of dollars for building and improving truck parking facilities from 2023-2026.
  • New parking facilities will be free for truck drivers, reducing their operating costs.
  • Funds can be used for constructing new spaces, opening existing facilities (e.g., weigh stations), and enhancing safety at parking areas.
  • The act prohibits the use of funds for electric vehicle charging stations.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 448.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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