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HR6064119th CongressWALLET

Protecting Homes from Trains Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Representative Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Introduced

Summary

Creates a federal grant program to build barriers between rail lines and nearby homes. It would fund the design or construction of physical barriers to reduce rail activity that can negatively affect a residence or its use.

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  • Residents near rail lines could get new physical barriers to limit noise, dust, trespass, or other rail impacts. Grants may cover design and construction.
  • States, local governments, interstate compacts, and public agencies could apply for grants to protect residential areas. The Secretary of Transportation would establish the program within 180 days of enactment and set application requirements.
  • Amtrak, Class II and Class III railroads, and other rail carriers could apply directly or in partnership with public entities to receive funding.

*Authorizes $100.0 million per year for FY2026–2030, totaling $500.0 million in potential appropriations.*

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Analyzed Economic Effects

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Barriers for homes near rail lines

If enacted, this bill would create a federal grant program for barriers next to rail lines by homes. The Transportation Secretary would have to set it up within 180 days after enactment. States and local public agencies could apply. Amtrak and some smaller railroads could also apply, or partner with governments. Money could only build barriers between the tracks and nearby homes to cut noise, vibration, and derailment damage. The bill would authorize $100 million each year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. If you live next to a rail line, your area could get a barrier that reduces noise and risk.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

DC • D

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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