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Increased Funding for Rail and Pipeline Safety Investigators.

This act authorizes $3 million annually from 2024 through 2028 to boost the number of federal investigators within the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The goal is to enhance oversight of railroad, pipeline, and hazardous materials incidents, leading to improved public safety and quicker, more thorough accident investigations nationwide. This directly impacts citizens living near transport routes by increasing safety measures.
Key points
Authorizes $3 million annually (2024-2028) to increase the number of NTSB safety investigators.
Focuses on improving safety oversight for rail, pipelines, and hazardous materials transport.
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Additional Information
Rail Inspector Safety Act of 2023
Print number: HR 4085
Sponsor: Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Increased Funding for Rail and Pipeline Safety Investigators.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4085.

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 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $3 million annually (2024-2028) to increase the number of NTSB safety investigators.
  • Focuses on improving safety oversight for rail, pipelines, and hazardous materials transport.

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. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4085

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