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Intercity Passenger Rail Investment: New Connections and High-Speed Trains

This act establishes a grant program to develop high-performance intercity passenger rail services. The goal is to improve travel quality, reduce journey times, and increase the availability of rail transport nationwide. Citizens can expect better connections and more convenient travel options.
Key points
Grant program for building and upgrading rail infrastructure for high-performance passenger rail.
Improved rail connections, reduced travel times, and increased train frequency.
Support for projects that ease road and air traffic congestion and improve air quality.
Up to 90% of project costs can be covered by federal funds, encouraging investment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4474
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2021-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BRAIN TRAIN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4474.

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 2021-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant program for building and upgrading rail infrastructure for high-performance passenger rail.
  • Improved rail connections, reduced travel times, and increased train frequency.
  • Support for projects that ease road and air traffic congestion and improve air quality.
  • Up to 90% of project costs can be covered by federal funds, encouraging investment.
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. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

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 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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