Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18 through September 24, 2023, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of reducing highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.
Summary
House Resolution 698 is a measure that officially recognizes September 18 through September 24, 2023, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the dangers associated with highway-rail grade crossings and emphasizes the importance of safe behavior around railroad tracks. By supporting these goals, the bill seeks to reduce the number of preventable accidents, injuries, and fatalities that occur at railway intersections across the country.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Submitted in House
Sep 10, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sep 10, 2025
