American High-Speed Rail Act
Rep. Moulton Introduces $205 Billion Bill to Build National High-Speed Rail Network
The American High-Speed Rail Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to two House committees for review and is not yet scheduled for a vote. The bill is considered active as it moves through these initial committee assignments.
Legislative Progress
This is a very expensive proposal with almost exclusively Democratic support. Large spending bills for rail projects often face strong opposition from those concerned about the national debt and property rights.
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Personal Impact
Farmers and ranchers with land along proposed high-speed rail corridors could face property acquisition pressures. The advance acquisition provision allows land purchases to begin before environmental reviews wrap up, which could affect agricultural operations. While relocation protections apply, the disruption to farming operations from construction and permanent right-of-way acquisition could be significant for affected landowners.
Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Related News
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Rep. Seth Moulton and Rep. Suzan DelBene reintroduced legislation seeking $205 billion for high-speed rail. The act defines high-speed rail as 186 mph or more and 'higher-speed' as 110-186 mph, establishing frameworks for public-private partnerships to maximize federal investment.
American High-Speed Rail Act of 2026 gains 48 Democratic co-sponsors
The reintroduced American High-Speed Rail Act proposes a $205 billion investment in bullet train technology and infrastructure. The legislation includes tax incentives for freight railroads to make land available for high-speed projects on existing rights-of-way.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
American High-Speed Rail Act
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