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Protecting Railroad Unemployment Benefits from Budget Cuts.

This act aims to ensure that unemployment benefits for railroad workers are not reduced due to automatic budget cuts. This means greater financial stability for individuals employed in the railway sector who have lost their jobs, protecting their support during difficult times.
Key points
Unemployment benefits for railroad employees will be permanently exempt from automatic budget cuts.
The act applies retroactively, meaning benefit protection covers the period from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Print number: 117_HR_2900
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REEF Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2900.

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 2021-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unemployment benefits for railroad employees will be permanently exempt from automatic budget cuts.
  • The act applies retroactively, meaning benefit protection covers the period from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.

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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