Forum
U.S. Supreme Court
Case Status
Pending
Docket Number
Lower Court Opinion
Questions Presented
The Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act of 1994 (FAAAA) preempts state laws related to motor carrier and broker prices, routes, and services. 49 U.S.C. 14501(c)(1). Another provision—commonly known as the “safety exception”—preserves the “safety regulatory authority of a State with respect to motor vehicles.” 49 U.S.C. 14501(c)(2)(A). The question presented is:
Whether a common-law negligence claim alleged against a freight broker, based on the broker’s selection of a motor carrier to provide transportation of cargo, is preempted because it does not fall within the safety exception in Section 14501(c)(2)(A).
Case Updates
U.S. Chamber files coalition amicus brief urging Supreme Court to grant certiorari and hold that the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act preempts negligent-selection claims against freight brokers, who play a critical role in facilitating commercial shipping in this country
September 05, 2025
U.S. Chamber Coalition Amicus Brief
Aaron M. Streett and Brenton H. Cooper of Baker Botts L.L.P. served as outside counsel.