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BillHR 7613 · 119

ALERT Act

Introduced
Feb 20, 2026
Cosponsors
87
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Department of Transportation to improve its emergency response plans for disasters affecting transportation systems. Establishes new protocols for alerting the public and responding to emergencies.

Sponsored By

Sam Graves
Republican · Missouri · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 20, 2026
  5. Apr 15, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the general public and transportation system users, who would receive improved emergency alerts and responses in the event of a disaster. It also impacts the Department of Transportation, which would need to update its emergency response plans and protocols.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
88backers
  • Democratic37
  • Republican51
Cross-party cosponsors37 · 43%
Latest floor voteApr 14, 2026
396–10

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (87)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Commerce
IntroducedFeb 20, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 15, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.