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Enhanced Rail Safety Reporting: Preventing Pedestrian Deaths and Suicides.

This law mandates that state authorities submit regular reports on highway-rail crossing safety and along the tracks. The key change requires states to develop specific strategies, in consultation with mental health and law enforcement agencies, aimed at reducing pedestrian fatalities, including suicides, along railroad tracks. This ensures continuous focus on public safety near rail lines.
Key points
States are now required to report every five years on their plans to improve safety at rail crossings.
New mandate to create strategies for preventing pedestrian deaths and suicides along tracks, involving mental health professionals and law enforcement.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5783
Sponsor: Rep. Pou, Nellie [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2025-10-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

State Actions For Employing Transportation Risk Assessments and Crossing Knowledge Strategies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5783.

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 2025-10-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States are now required to report every five years on their plans to improve safety at rail crossings.
  • New mandate to create strategies for preventing pedestrian deaths and suicides along tracks, involving mental health professionals and law enforcement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Pou, Nellie [D-NJ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security