What does Preamble of Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act do?

This bill aims to establish the federal prosecution of assaults or intimidation against passenger train crew members. The bill intends to align the prosecution of such crimes with the existing prosecution of assaults or intimidation against aircraft crew members.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act.

What does INTERFERENCE WITH PASSENGER TRAIN CREW MEMBERS. of Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act do?

This section amends Title 49 of the United States Code by adding Section 28104, concerning interference with passenger train crew members. The definition of 'crew member' includes engineers, conductors, onboard personnel, employees performing safety-sensitive functions, and employees at rail stations assisting passengers. It establishes it as unlawful to assault a crew member or attempt/conspire to do so, thereby interfering with their duties. Penalties for violating this section include fines, imprisonment for up to six months, or both. Increased penalties, including up to 10 or 20 years imprisonment, are prescribed for aggravated offenses such as using a dangerous weapon, causing serious bodily injury, or attempting to commit crimes like murder.

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Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act

Last updated: 5/19/2026 · Introduced: 5/19/2026

Author: Laura Gillen (D-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes federal criminal penalties for assaulting or threatening passenger rail crew members, mirroring protections currently afforded to aircraft crew.
It defines 'crew member' broadly to include engineers, conductors, onboard personnel, and station employees assisting passengers.
The bill increases penalties for aggravated assaults against rail crew, including lengthy prison sentences for offenses involving dangerous weapons or serious bodily injury.

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