Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act makes it a federal offense to assault or threaten a crew member on a passenger train, at a station, or on a platform. It defines which employees count as crew and sets fines and prison terms that can reach up to 20 years for the most serious attacks. The measure is intended to improve safety for train operators and passengers.
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