Railroad Safety Legislation
February 24 – March 2, 2026
Congress is currently considering the Railroad Safety Enhancement Act and the Railway Safety Act, both of which aim to improve rail transport safety through mandates on crew sizes, train speeds, and infrastructure upgrades.
Policies
Rep. Deluzio and Rep. LaLota Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Toughen Rail Safety and Mandate Two-Person Crews
H.R. 7748
Rep. Nehls Introduces Railroad Safety Enhancement Act to Mandate Two-Person Crews and Faster Safety Tech
H.R. 7662
Sen. Husted Leads Bipartisan Push to Toughen Rail Safety and Limit Train Speeds
S. 3903
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