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S. 1216 (93rd)

North Eastern Rail Service Preservation Act

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Introduced

14 March 1973

Last action

14 March 1973 · Introduced

Status

Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce.

Sponsors

Sen. Saxbe, William B. [R-OH]

Subjects

Transport

Source updated

3 September 2025

Transport

Summary

North Eastern Rail Service Preservation Act - Directs the Secretary of Transportation to compile an inventory of the rail transportation facilities of specified railway companies. Authorizes the Secretary to acquire by condemnation all assets of such railroads no later than three months after such inventory. Provides for the transfer of the rail lines owned or operated by railroad companies undergoing reorganization in bankruptcy proceedings, and a majority of whose rail lines are located in the northeast region. Authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out the provisions of this Act.

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Timeline

  1. 14 March 1973

    Introduced

    Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 14 March 1973

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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