HB8012Introduced in the House
HOWIE Act Helping Oversee and Ward off Infrastructure Emergencies Act
Introduced by Michael Lawler, District NY-17
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To require the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations requiring a rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has a reasonable suspicion that an action carried out by the carrier caused such damage.
Where it stands
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
March 20, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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