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Protecting Railroad Unemployment Benefits from Budget Cuts.

This act aims to permanently exempt payments from the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Account from budget cuts. This means that these benefits cannot be reduced due to general budget sequestration, providing greater financial stability for eligible individuals. The changes apply retroactively, from the date before the end of the COVID-19 national emergency.
Key points
Unemployment benefits for railroad workers are protected from budget cuts.
This provides greater financial certainty and stability for railroad employees in difficult situations.
The changes are retroactive, potentially affecting past payments.
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Print number: 118_HR_2785
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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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 118_HR_2785.

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 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unemployment benefits for railroad workers are protected from budget cuts.
  • This provides greater financial certainty and stability for railroad employees in difficult situations.
  • The changes are retroactive, potentially affecting past payments.
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 2025-12-25.

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