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BillHR 8842 · 119

FAST Act

Introduced
May 15, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds transportation and maritime security projects, Requires the Department of Homeland Security to improve its transportation security efforts.

Sponsored By

John H. Rutherford
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 15, 2026
  3. May 18, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    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

Affects the Department of Homeland Security and the general public by improving transportation security, Impacts the maritime transportation industry through enhanced security measures.

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
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security
IntroducedMay 15, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.

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.