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Increased Transparency for Rail Passenger Safety Audits

New rules enhance transparency in safety audits of passenger trains. Citizens can expect Congress to be better informed about rail safety, potentially leading to quicker responses to identified issues. This, in turn, could result in safer train travel.
Key points
Rail authorities must notify Congress within 10 business days of starting a safety audit of intercity or commuter passenger trains.
Audit findings, including identified defects and recommendations, must be submitted to Congress within 90 days of completion.
This information will also go to Congress members representing states where the audited rail services operate.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_158
Sponsor: Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8]
Process start date: 2021-01-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rail Audit Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_158.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Rail authorities must notify Congress within 10 business days of starting a safety audit of intercity or commuter passenger trains.
  • Audit findings, including identified defects and recommendations, must be submitted to Congress within 90 days of completion.
  • This information will also go to Congress members representing states where the audited rail services operate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security