Railroad Safety Legislation

February 24 – February 24, 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. 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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