Freedom to Travel Act of 2021
United States117th CongressHR-6030House of Representatives
Updated: Dec 9, 2021
Summary
Freedom to Travel Act of 2021 This bill prohibits common carriers from denying or refusing to transport a person who is not under lawful arrest except on specified grounds. A common carrier may deny or refuse service if the individual fails or refuses to (1) pay the fare; (2) comply with the rules of the fare; or (3) submit to a legally required search for weapons, explosives, or incendiary devices likely to pose a safety threat. A common carrier may also deny or refuse service pursuant to a court order. The bill sets out penalties for failing to comply with the prohibition, and states are not immune from suits for violations.
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Timeline
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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