HR 928
Railway Safety Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:15 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Railway Safety Act of 2025, aims to improve safety regulations for trains transporting hazardous materials. It mandates increased notification requirements for shippers and rail carriers, including advance warning of hazardous materials and plans to reduce blocked crossings. The bill also establishes stricter requirements for train length, weight, track standards, and response plans, while increasing penalties for safety violations and phasing out certain older tank car designs. Furthermore, it requires the use of wayside defect detectors and expands training for first responders, alongside funding for infrastructure improvements and a study on tank car safety technologies.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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