Bills · HR 880
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 880Transportation and Public Works
Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act
INTRO JAN 31· LAST ACTION FEB 1
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a persistent problem of consumer complaints in the moving industry, which can be a source of significant stress and financial loss for individuals and families. If it becomes law, consumers could experience greater peace of mind when hiring movers, knowing there are clearer lines of enforcement and more resources dedicated to catching and penalizing bad actors. States would have more tools and incentives to tackle fraudulent moving practices locally. Without this bill, the enforcement landscape would remain less defined, potentially leaving consumers more vulnerable to unscrupulous movers and states with fewer direct resources to combat them, allowing dishonest practices to continue with less accountability.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Clarifies that the Secretary of Transportation (through FMCSA) can directly assess civil penalties for violations by household goods carriers and brokers.
This streamlines the process for fining companies that break the rules, potentially leading to faster and more consistent enforcement against bad actors in the moving industry.
PROVISION 02
Allows states to use federal grant funds to enforce federal household goods shipping laws and compatible state laws, making it an optional choice for states.
This provides states with financial resources to enhance their efforts in combating fraudulent moving practices, without forcing them to do so.
PROVISION 03
Enables states to keep any fines or penalties they impose on household goods carriers or brokers for violations.
This provides a direct financial incentive for states to actively enforce household goods regulations and protect consumers.
PROVISION 04
Requires moving companies, brokers, and freight forwarders to designate a principal place of business and, for brokers and freight forwarders, disclose common ownership or familial relationships with other moving entities.
This increases transparency and accountability in the moving industry, making it harder for shell companies or related entities to evade responsibility.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 26
D· District of Columbia
YRS IN OFFICE
35
BILLS LED
114
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 92%
DEM 12 REP 14 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSFEB 1
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
JAN 31
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E80-81)
JAN 31
Introduced in House
JAN 31
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 880
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 31, 2025
Last actionFeb 1, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 31, 2025
House BillHR 880Transportation and Public Works
Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act
INTRODUCED JAN 31, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 1, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
26
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
