Railway Safety Act of 2025 enhances safety for trains transporting hazardous materials.
The Railway Safety Act of 2025 aims to enhance safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials. Key provisions include audits of federal rail car inspection programs, updates to inspection programs based on audit findings, and consultations with railroads during audits. The act also mandates the installation of wayside defect detectors, establishes safety requirements for trains transporting hazardous materials, and increases maximum civil penalties for rail safety violations.
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