HR 853
Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:54 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act, creates a fund to provide financial assistance to state and local emergency response groups, such as fire departments and law enforcement, following hazardous train incidents. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) can declare a ‘hazardous train event,’ triggering an immediate payout of at least $250,000 from the fund, with potential for up to $3 million per event. Railroads transporting hazardous materials will be required to provide advance warnings and real-time location information to local communities, and will also contribute fees to replenish the fund.
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