Bills · HRES 318
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 318Commerce
Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 24-29, 2025, as "Small Businesses in For-Hire Transportation Week".
INTRO APR 9· LAST ACTION APR 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it serves as an official acknowledgment from Congress for a specific, often overlooked, sector of the economy. While it doesn't create new laws or funding, such a designation can raise public awareness about the critical role small, local transportation businesses play in daily life, particularly for people who don't have cars or need specialized transport.
If this resolution passes, it signals legislative support for these businesses, which could encourage community engagement or lead to future discussions about policies that benefit this industry. If it doesn't pass, this specific symbolic recognition for the for-hire transportation industry will not occur, and the opportunity to highlight their contributions nationally would be missed.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expresses support for designating April 24-29, 2025, as "Small Businesses in For-Hire Transportation Week."
This is the central symbolic action of the resolution, aiming to bring formal recognition to the industry.
PROVISION 02
Recognizes the commitment and essential services provided by small businesses in the for-hire transportation industry.
It highlights the industry's significant role in serving communities and supporting various populations.
PROVISION 03
Acknowledges the efforts of these small businesses to promote safety and support for local communities.
This specific mention reinforces their positive contributions beyond just providing transportation.
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R· West Virginia
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2 EVENTSAPR 9
Submitted in House
APR 9
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 318
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 9, 2025
Last actionApr 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 9, 2025
House Res.HRES 318Commerce
Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 24-29, 2025, as "Small Businesses in For-Hire Transportation Week".
INTRODUCED APR 9, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 9, 2025
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