HR. 853In Committee
Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes an emergency reimbursement fund for state and local responders to hazardous train events and requires railroads to share hazard and location information with local agencies
Key points
- Establish reimbursement fund
- Require FRA emergency awards
- Direct railroad hazard notifications
- Fund response costs
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-01 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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