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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 10077· 119th Congress

Safety Starts at the Top Act of 2026

Sponsor
Adam Smith (D-WA)
Introduced
Aug 10, 2026
Last Action
Aug 10, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
Aug 10, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Bill title suggests focus on transportation or workplace safety leadership, but official summary not yet published.
  • Referred to House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on introduction date.
  • No cosponsors attached as of now; single-sponsor bills face longer odds.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Affects transportation sector workers and agencies responsible for safety oversight — specific impact unclear pending bill text.
  • Title implies leadership accountability for safety, suggesting rules for officials or managers in public works.
  • Early stage means details on costs, enforcement, and affected groups remain unknown.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced Aug. 10, 2026 and sent to committee same day — currently awaiting committee review or markup.
  • Committee must vote to advance it; no timeline set and no companion Senate bill apparent yet.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov using bill number, or contact your House rep to ask where this stands.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Aug 10, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • Aug 10, 2026Introduced in House
  • Aug 10, 2026Introduced in House