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SJRES 19111th CongressSigned into LawSenate

A joint resolution granting the consent and approval of Congress to amendments made by the State of Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact.

Policy Area: Transportation and Public Works
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Dec 5, 2025
Latest Action Date
Aug 19, 2009

Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 111-62.

Official Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Grants the consent and approval of Congress to amendments made by Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia to sections 5, 9, and 18 of title III of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact as specified in this Act.

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Executive Summary

This joint resolution grants Congress's consent and approval to amendments made by Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia to specific sections of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact. The amendments pertain to sections 5, 9, and 18 of title III of the Compact. The bill has passed and became Public Law No: 111-62 on August 19, 2009.

Bottom Line

The bill formally approves interstate amendments to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact, enabling coordinated transit regulation among Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

Policy Risk Level
🟡 Medium
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • Grants Congressional consent to amendments made by Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
  • Amendments affect sections 5, 9, and 18 of title III of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact.
  • The bill has passed and is enacted as Public Law No: 111-62.
Who Benefits?

The states of Maryland and Virginia, the District of Columbia, and agencies involved in the Washington Metropolitan Area transit system may benefit from the coordinated regulatory framework established by the Compact amendments.

Potential Concerns

The full text of the amendments is not provided, so specific impacts or costs are unclear. Implementation may require coordination among multiple jurisdictions, which could present administrative challenges.

Political Context

This bill, originating in the Senate during the 111th Congress, falls under the Transportation and Public Works policy area. It has passed and was enacted into law in 2009, reflecting legislative approval of interstate transit regulatory cooperation.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

By approving amendments to the interstate transit compact, the bill may facilitate smoother cooperation and regulatory consistency among the involved jurisdictions, potentially impacting transit operations and regional planning.

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The full text of the amendments is not included, limiting detailed analysis of specific changes. Citizens interested in the impact on transit regulation or regional governance may want to review the original Compact amendments for comprehensive understanding.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 75%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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