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HR 7338·Federal·house

Railroad Safety and Accountability Act

In CommitteeFiled Feb 3, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Sykes, Emilia Strong [D-OH-13] (D)
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

Feb 4, 2026

Summary

The bill adds a new section to U.S. Code that formally establishes a Railroad Safety Advisory Committee within the Federal Railroad Administration. The committee, made up of representatives from freight and passenger carriers, labor groups, local governments, and industry, will give advice on developing, revising, or replacing safety regulations and will meet with the FRA quarterly. It also requires an annual report to Congress and authorizes funding from the Highway Trust Fund.

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