Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 798

Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 15 through September 21, 2025, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of reducing highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.

Rail Safety Week: National Awareness Campaign

Dec 1, 2025·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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This resolution is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a House subcommittee. No further actions are scheduled at this time. It is considered active but has not yet moved to a full vote.

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This is a symbolic resolution that does not change any laws or spend money. Most of these proposals are introduced to show support but do not move forward to a final vote.

Key Points

This resolution officially recognizes a week in September as Rail Safety Week. The goal is to teach the public how to stay safe around railroad tracks and where roads cross train lines.
Safety is a major concern because nearly all train-related deaths happen at crossings or when people walk on tracks. In 2024, there were over 2,200 accidents at these crossings, leading to 260 deaths and hundreds of injuries.
The resolution encourages people to be more careful when driving or walking near tracks. It also supports the work of safety groups that use education and new technology to prevent accidents.

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Milestones

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Dec 1, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

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Oct 8, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Oct 8, 2025

Submitted in House

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Source Information

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 15 through September 21, 2025, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of reducing highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.

Bill NumberHRES 798

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

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