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HR 5135 United States House · 119th Congress

Train Crew Choice Act

The Train Crew Choice Act (HR 5135) voids a federal safety rule issued by the Federal Railroad Administration on April 9, 2024, which required minimum crew sizes on trains for safety. This rule, titled "Train Crew Size Safety Requirements," would have mandated specific numbers of crew members (e.g., two-person crews) for certain train operations. By nullifying the rule, the bill removes a federal mandate that railroads must follow, directly affecting railroad companies and the Federal Railroad Administration. The change eliminates the requirement for railroads to maintain minimum crew levels under this specific regulation.
Issues: ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentVoiding federal safety rule requiring minimum train crew sizes weakens workplace safety protections for railroad workers, directly opposing labor safety standards.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRemoves federal safety mandate requiring minimum train crews, weakening rail safety standards per bill's voiding of FRA rule.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2025
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Introduced Sep 4, 2025 Last action Sep 5, 2025
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Sep 5, 2025
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
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Sep 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Sep 4, 2025
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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State
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Photo of Eric Burlison
Eric Burlison
RRepublican
MO
7
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Photo of David Rouzer
David Rouzer
RRepublican
NC
7
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Photo of Mike Collins
Mike Collins
RRepublican
GA
10