HR 4756 · 119th Congress

Freights First Act

Right now, Amtrak passenger trains get priority to use railroad tracks, junctions, and crossings over freight trains in most situations. This bill changes that rule for rail lines located within 50 miles of ports or rail yards. In those specific areas, freight trains would no longer have to wait for Amtrak trains to…

Sponsor

Burlison, Eric (R-Missouri)

Introduced

2025-07-25

Policy area

Transportation and Public Works

Latest action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.