Rail Crossing Safety: Reducing Accidents in Rural Areas
This act aims to reduce collisions at highway-rail grade crossings in sparsely populated rural areas. It mandates recommendations, public education programs, and grants for safety improvements, directly enhancing travel safety and reducing collision risks for residents in these regions.
Key points
Federal agencies will provide recommendations to reduce collisions at rail crossings in very rural counties.
A public outreach and education program will be launched to raise awareness about rail crossing safety.
Grants will be available to improve safety at rail crossings in rural areas, such as better signage or signals.
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