The Patrick and Barbara Kowalski Freight Brokers Safety Act aims to improve safety in freight transportation by penalizing brokers who hire unsafe carriers and allowing investigations after serious accidents.
If you work with freight brokers, they may face fines for hiring unsafe carriers, which could lead to safer roads.
Who this affects
Freight brokers · Transportation companies
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill imposes fines on freight brokers who hire unsafe transportation companies.
2Freight brokers must pay a penalty equal to 10% of the cargo's value if they contract with an unsafe carrier.
3The bill allows investigations of freight brokers after fatal accidents involving their contracted companies.
4If a broker is found negligent in safety, additional operating requirements may be imposed on them.
5Fines collected will go into the Highway Trust Fund to improve roadway safety.
