AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Sep 16, 2025. Analysis updated: Sep 17, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill makes technical amendments to Title 49 (Transportation) of the U.S. Code
- Amendments relate to the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing program
- The House passed the bill by voice vote under suspension of the rules on August 31, 2026
- The Senate received the bill and referred it to the Committee on the Judiciary on September 14, 2026
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The official summary does not specify what substantive changes these technical amendments make
- Effects of the amendments are not documented in the provided materials
- No impact analysis, cost estimates, or affected parties are identified in available information
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill passed the House on August 31, 2026
- The bill was received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary on September 14, 2026
- No subsequent Senate action is documented as of the last recorded date
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 14, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Aug 31, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Aug 31, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5281-5282)
- Aug 31, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- Aug 31, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4523.
- Aug 31, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5281-5282)
- Aug 31, 2026 — Mr. Onder moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- Sep 10, 2025 — Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.