Train Noise and Vibrations Reduction Act of 2025
4/7/2025, 1:04 PMCongress
119
Number
HR - 2569
Introduced on
2025-04-01
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
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Status of Legislation
Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary
Train Noise and Vibrations Reduction Act of 2025
This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to develop and submit to Congress a report containing (1) recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes, and (2) estimates of the costs and benefits of such recommendations.
Bill 119 HR 2569, also known as the "Quiet Communities Act of 2021," aims to address the issue of train noise and vibrations near residential areas. The bill requires the Comptroller General of the United States to develop and submit a report to Congress with recommendations on how to reduce these disturbances.
The report will include suggestions on how to mitigate the impact of train noise and vibrations on communities, particularly near homes. This could involve implementing sound barriers, improving track maintenance, or exploring alternative routes for trains to reduce noise levels.
The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the quality of life for residents living near train tracks and seeks to find practical solutions to minimize the negative effects of train noise and vibrations on their daily lives. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2569 aims to promote peaceful and quiet communities by addressing the issue of train noise and vibrations near residential areas through thoughtful recommendations and actions.
The report will include suggestions on how to mitigate the impact of train noise and vibrations on communities, particularly near homes. This could involve implementing sound barriers, improving track maintenance, or exploring alternative routes for trains to reduce noise levels.
The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the quality of life for residents living near train tracks and seeks to find practical solutions to minimize the negative effects of train noise and vibrations on their daily lives. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2569 aims to promote peaceful and quiet communities by addressing the issue of train noise and vibrations near residential areas through thoughtful recommendations and actions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Comptroller General of the United States to develop and submit a report to Congress on recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes, and for other purposes.
Display TitleTo require the Comptroller General of the United States to develop and submit a report to Congress on recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes, and for other purposes.
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Comptroller General of the United States to develop and submit a report to Congress on recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works
Comments
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Recent Activity
Latest Summary4/7/2025
Train Noise and Vibrations Reduction Act of 2025
This bill directs the Government Accountability Office to develop and submit to Congress a report containing (1) recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near home...
s, and (2) estimates of the costs and benefits of such recommendations.
Latest Action4/1/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.