Battery Safety Placarding Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (1 Oct 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
What this bill does
H.R. 10673, the Battery Safety Placarding Act, would require the Secretary of Transportation to create new rules for how lithium-ion batteries are transported. These rules would mandate an external placard be displayed on freight containers, vehicles, and rail cars carrying a certain amount of lithium-ion batteries. The quantity triggering this requirement would be based on the batteries' physical characteristics, such as weight, dimensions, and energy capacity, and would aim to account for different risks. The placard would need to be easily seen and identifiable by law enforcement and first responders.
This bill primarily affects industries involved in the transportation of lithium-ion batteries, including motor carriers, rail carriers, air carriers, maritime carriers, and logistics providers. It also involves the Department of Transportation in developing and implementing these new regulations, and indirectly affects manufacturers and distributors of lithium-ion batteries and related products. The Secretary of Transportation would be required to conduct an economic impact assessment, considering costs of placard manufacturing, potential supply chain disruptions, and effects on small businesses.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The next step in the legislative process would be for this committee to consider the bill. If the committee takes action, it could then be reported to the full House for a vote. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of Transportation revise regulations within two years of enactment and report to Congress on these revisions, with periodic reviews and potential further reports to Congress on any necessary modifications.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Timeline
1 Oct 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10673 do?
- H.R. 10673, the Battery Safety Placarding Act, would require the Secretary of Transportation to create new rules for how lithium-ion batteries are transported. These rules would mandate an external placard be displayed on freight containers, vehicles, and rail cars carrying a certain amount of lithium-ion batteries. The quantity triggering this requirement would be based on the batteries' physical characteristics, such as weight, dimensions, and energy capacity, and would aim to account for different risks. The placard would need to be easily seen and identifiable by law enforcement and first responders. This bill primarily affects industries involved in the transportation of lithium-ion batteries, including motor carriers, rail carriers, air carriers, maritime carriers, and logistics providers. It also involves the Department of Transportation in developing and implementing these new regulations, and indirectly affects manufacturers and distributors of lithium-ion batteries and related products. The Secretary of Transportation would be required to conduct an economic impact assessment, considering costs of placard manufacturing, potential supply chain disruptions, and effects on small businesses. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The next step in the legislative process would be for this committee to consider the bill. If the committee takes action, it could then be reported to the full House for a vote. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of Transportation revise regulations within two years of enactment and report to Congress on these revisions, with periodic reviews and potential further reports to Congress on any necessary modifications.
- Has H.R. 10673 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10673. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10673?
- H.R. 10673 was sponsored by Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large] (R-WY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10673?
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. (1 Oct 2026).
Related bills in Transportation and Public Works
SUN Act
Rural Disaster Fairness Act of 2026
John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act
Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2026
More bills from Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Supporting the designation of the week of September 13 through September 19, 2026, as "National Truck Driver Appreciation Week".
STOP Improper Licensing Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an excise tax on certain institutions of higher education that allow male participation in female intercollegiate athletic programs or events.
Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's 2009 and Subsequent Model Year Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles".
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.