HR 5268
FAIR Trucking Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:53 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the FAIR Trucking Act, aims to give federal courts the authority to hear lawsuits involving serious highway accidents caused by commercial trucks operating in interstate commerce. Specifically, it expands the jurisdiction of federal district courts to include cases where bodily harm or death occurred, the potential damages exceed $5 million, and the parties involved (plaintiffs and defendants) come from different states or involve a foreign entity. This change is intended to ensure accountability and fairness for victims of truck accidents.
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