OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Freight RAILCAR Act of 2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_838.
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 2023-02-06.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Rail companies can claim a 10% tax credit on expenses related to modernizing or purchasing new, more efficient freight railcars.
- To qualify, new railcars must replace two older, scrapped railcars and demonstrate significant improvements (e.g., at least 8% better capacity or fuel efficiency).
- The credit is capped at 2,000 railcars per taxpayer annually and is only available for three years after the law is enacted.
- The credit is unavailable to entities controlled by state-owned enterprises that are ineligible for certain federal contracts.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.
What is the impact of this bill?
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