This resolution supports designating September 15–21, 2025, as Rail Safety Week, aiming to reduce incidents at highway-railroad crossings and along railroad tracks. In 2024, there were 2,260 crossing incidents nationwide, resulting in 260 deaths and 762 injuries — and 97% of all rail-related fatalities involved crossings or trespassing. The resolution encourages the public to be more cautious around tracks and trains and recognizes the work of Operation Lifesaver in promoting rail safety education.
Congressional Summary
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Rail Safety Week. It also encourages the people of the United States to educate themselves and others on how to be safe around railroad tracks and grade crossings.
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in House
- Action Date
- 2025-10-08
- Date Added
- 2026-04-06
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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