In CommitteeFiled May 19, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
May 19, 2026
Summary
The bill makes any pre‑purchase arbitration agreements or waivers that block class actions unenforceable for Amtrak customers in consumer or civil‑rights disputes. It forces such disputes to be decided by courts rather than arbitrators and applies to all Amtrak passengers. The change takes effect when the law is enacted.
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