HR213 stops federal money for California's high-speed rail project. Affects California's rail authority and construction workers, blocking future funds.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
To prohibit the use of Federal financial assistance for a certain high-speed rail development project in the State of California, and for other purposes. is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Latest action on H.R. 213: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Who this affects: The bill impacts several groups in California, including the rail authority, construction workers, and taxpayers. It also affects federal taxpayers by potentially saving future expenditures.
Why this matters: HR213 is significant because it addresses concerns about federal spending on a costly and delayed project. The bill highlights the debate over funding state-specific projects with national tax dollars. It also raises questions about the future of high-speed rail in the U.S. and its role in reducing emissions and traffic congestion.
You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.
Officially: To prohibit the use of Federal financial assistance for a certain high-speed rail development project in the State of California, and for other purposes.
HR213 stops federal money for California's high-speed rail project. Affects California's rail authority and construction workers, blocking future funds.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR213. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Railroads
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. (1/7/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to To prohibit the use of Federal financial assistance for a certain high-speed rail development project in the State of California, and for other purposes., then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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