HR. 854In Committee
DERAIL Act
Requires the Department of Transportation to broaden high-hazard flammable train rules and mandate rapid derailment reporting for trains carrying toxic inhalation materials
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires the Department of Transportation to broaden high-hazard flammable train rules and mandate rapid derailment reporting for trains carrying toxic inhalation materials
Key points
- Require expanded HHFT definition
- Require derailment reporting within 24 hours
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-01 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedTransportation and Public Works