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HR 1086105th CongressSigned into LawHouse

To codify without substantive change laws related to transportation and to improve the United States Code.

Policy Area: Transportation and Public Works
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Jul 21, 2025
Latest Action Date
Nov 20, 1997

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 105-102.

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Executive Summary

This bill, enacted as Public Law No: 105-102, codifies existing laws related to transportation without making substantive changes and aims to improve the organization and clarity of the United States Code. It serves as a legal housekeeping measure to consolidate and clarify transportation-related statutes, ensuring they are systematically arranged within the U.S. Code for easier reference and application.

Bottom Line

The law organizes and codifies transportation-related statutes without altering their substance, improving legal clarity and accessibility.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • Codifies existing transportation laws without substantive changes.
  • Improves the structure and clarity of the United States Code regarding transportation.
  • Facilitates easier legal reference and application for transportation statutes.
Who Benefits?

['Federal agencies involved in transportation regulation and enforcement', 'Legal professionals and lawmakers referencing transportation laws', 'Transportation industry stakeholders seeking clearer legal frameworks']

Potential Concerns

['No substantive policy changes may limit opportunities to address outdated or ineffective transportation laws.', 'Implementation depends on accurate codification without introducing errors or ambiguities.', 'Oversight is required to ensure that codification does not unintentionally alter legal interpretations.']

Political Context

The bill was passed by the 105th Congress and signed into law on November 20, 1997. It reflects a legislative effort to maintain and improve the organization of federal transportation laws without changing policy, consistent with periodic updates to the U.S. Code.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

['Improved legal clarity may reduce litigation related to transportation statutes.', 'Easier access to organized transportation laws could enhance compliance by regulated entities.', 'Federal agencies may experience streamlined legal referencing and enforcement processes.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The bill does not introduce new policy but requires careful oversight to ensure that codification does not inadvertently alter legal meanings. Transparency in the codification process and clear documentation of changes are important for maintaining legal certainty.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 90%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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