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Rail Bridge Safety: New Standards, Public Transparency, and Hazard Reporting.

This Act mandates the Department of Transportation to establish minimum structural and safety standards for all US railroad bridges. It significantly increases public transparency by requiring a database showing bridge conditions (poor, fair, good) and establishes a system for citizens and local governments to report safety concerns. The goal is to enhance public safety and ensure timely repairs of critical infrastructure.
Key points
Mandates new federal minimum structural standards for railroad bridges, classifying them into "poor," "fair," or "good" condition.
Requires the creation of a public database detailing the condition and inspection dates of railroad bridges nationwide.
Establishes a system for the public and local authorities to report safety concerns, triggering mandatory federal investigations and potential repair orders.
Imposes financial penalties on railroad companies that fail to address safety concerns or repair bridges posing an "imminent hazard."
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Print number: 118_S_4954
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rail Bridge Safety and Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4954.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates new federal minimum structural standards for railroad bridges, classifying them into "poor," "fair," or "good" condition.
  • Requires the creation of a public database detailing the condition and inspection dates of railroad bridges nationwide.
  • Establishes a system for the public and local authorities to report safety concerns, triggering mandatory federal investigations and potential repair orders.
  • Imposes financial penalties on railroad companies that fail to address safety concerns or repair bridges posing an "imminent hazard."
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Transport Security