Trains would face new time limits for blocking public roads
Trains would face new time limits for blocking public roads. This bill would stop trains from blocking public highway crossings for longer than 10 minutes, with some exceptions. It would help drivers and emergency services get through faster and would allow the government to fine railroad companies that break the rules.
Today, there is no federal time limit on how long a train can block a public road crossing. People can report blocked crossings to an online portal, but there are no direct federal penalties for long delays. If this bill becomes law, trains would generally not be allowed to block public road crossings for more than 10 minutes. The government could investigate frequently blocked crossings and fine railroad companies that violate this rule, especially if emergency services are delayed.
HR 6790 · 119th Congress · December 17, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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