Bill · H.R. 3729· House(119-HR-3729)
Battery and Regenerative Braking Act
- Introduced
- 6/4/2025
- Last activity
- 6/5/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
- Sponsored by
- Kevin Mullin
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Battery and Regenerative Braking Act," proposes an amendment to title 49 of the United States Code. It aims to update the consolidated rail infrastructure and safety improvements program. Specifically, it would allow entities that provide commuter rail passenger transportation to be eligible for certain projects. These projects would focus on the development and implementation of regenerative braking and energy storage technologies.
Yes· 3 of 14
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+6
The bill directly funds the modernization and technological advancement of commuter rail systems.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+5
Regenerative braking and energy storage technologies are intended to increase energy efficiency in rail transit.
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+4
Energy storage technologies are a key component of renewable energy integration.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Expanded eligibility for rail technology: Entities providing commuter rail passenger transportation would become eligible to work on projects to develop and implement regenerative braking and energy storage technologies (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain information regarding potential negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+6Reduces Carbon Emissions+5Increases Renewable Energy Investment+4Improves Environmental Protections+3Reduces Fossil Fuel Production+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+4Good For Union Workers+3Good For Business Owners+2Good For Low Income Households+2Good For People With Disabilities+1Good For Students+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+4
- 6/5/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
- 6/4/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House