Posts - Bill - HR 5268 To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for Federal district court jurisdiction for highway accident actions against interstate motor carriers.
house 09/10/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that serious highway accident cases involving interstate trucking companies are heard in federal courts. This change aims to create a consistent legal process for cases with significant claims and parties from different states.
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HR 5268 - To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for Federal district court jurisdiction for highway accident actions against interstate motor carriers.
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left-leaning 09/10/2025
If you’re hauling goods across state lines, you should answer to more than just a small-town judge hoping you don’t sue.
moderate 09/10/2025
Centralizing these cases in federal court could cut through the legal mumbo jumbo—whether you’re plaintiff or defendant.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Throwing massive lawsuits into federal court just adds layers of red tape and mails justice slower than a granny’s mail truck.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Federal courts for interstate trucking wrecks? About time we put safety over industry shortcuts.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Why federalize everything? Local courts know these roads and risks better than Washington bureaucrats.
left-leaning 09/10/2025
Finally, a bill holding big trucking companies accountable instead of the little guy. Justice isn’t just for those who can afford a local lawyer.
right-leaning 09/10/2025
Big trucking companies already follow federal rules—this bill just invites more frivolous litigation from trial lawyers.
moderate 09/10/2025
A $5 million threshold means only the heavy-hitters get federal attention; fair enough to keep the system balanced.
moderate 09/10/2025
Interstate trucking is complex—having one court system handle big accidents might finally streamline justice.