Bill · H.R. 4790· House(119-HR-4790)
All Aboard Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 7/29/2025
- Last activity
- 7/30/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
- Sponsored by
- Christopher Deluzio
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "All Aboard Act of 2025" aims to improve and expand rail services in the United States. It establishes a state rail formula grant program and a Green Railroads Fund. Additionally, it focuses on air quality, workforce development, and expands passenger rail programs.
Yes· 3 of 39
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+9
The bill makes substantial investments in passenger rail infrastructure and services, significantly improving public transit options.
Would union members be better off under this?+8
The bill requires project labor agreements and supports workforce training programs in partnership with labor organizations.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+8
The bill promotes rail electrification and investment in zero-emission locomotives, significantly reducing carbon emissions from the transportation sector.
The opposite· 3 of 4
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-2
The bill authorizes significant spending, which could increase the national debt if not offset by other measures.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-2
The large spending authorizations without specific offsets raise concerns about fiscal responsibility.
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?-1
While promoting alternatives, the bill does not directly reduce fossil fuel production.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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State Rail Formula Funding (Sec. 3): This section establishes a grant program for states. It will lead to improved rail plans, expanded rail service, and better rail infrastructure. It could improve transportation options for people and connect communities.
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Green Railroads Fund (Sec. 4): This section creates a competitive grant program to improve electrified rail operations. It prioritizes projects that reduce air pollution in environmental justice communities and expands high-performance passenger rail, which could lead to cleaner air and better transportation in those areas. The fund will also examine the impact of the proposed project on the workforce of the eligible entity, including identifying skills gaps, training needs, and retraining needs of the workforce.
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Expansion of Passenger Rail and High-Performance Rail (Sec. 5): This section allocates significant funding to the Federal-State Intercity Partnership program, Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement Program, and Amtrak. It aims to expand and improve passenger rail service, including high-performance rail, and make rail infrastructure more climate-resilient. The section also includes provisions for community engagement and local hiring for rail electrification projects.
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Rail Air Pollution Grant Program (Sec. 6): This creates a grant program to address air pollution from railyards. This could improve air quality and public health in communities near railyards.
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Labor Protections and Workforce Development (Sec. 7): This section includes provisions for labor protections, workforce development and the establishment of rail workforce training centers. It aims to ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and training opportunities for rail workers.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Transition Plan for Workforce (Sec. 4(b)(2)(D)): While the bill includes a transition plan that examines the impact of the proposed project on the workforce of the eligible entity, including an identification of the steps the eligible entity will take to offset any identified negative impact or potential displacement of the workforce, there is still potential for worker displacement as the rail industry transitions to new technologies and infrastructure.
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Potential Disruptions During Infrastructure Improvements (Sec. 3 & 5): The expansion and maintenance of rail infrastructure may cause temporary disruptions to communities and transportation services, for those who depend on public transit.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Union Workers+8Good For African Americans+5Good For Hispanic Americans+5Good For Low Income Households+5Good For Urban Residents+5Good For People With Disabilities+4Good For Retirees+4Good For Rural Residents+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Students+4Good For Young Adults+4Good For Asian Americans+3Good For Children+3Good For Men+3Good For Middle Aged+3Good For Middle Class Households+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For White Americans+3Good For Women+3Good For Business Owners+2Good For Farmers+2Good For High Income Households+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+9Reduces Carbon Emissions+8Improves Environmental Protections+7Increases Renewable Energy Investment+6Improves Rural Development+3Reduces Gas Prices+1Reduces Fossil Fuel Production-1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Union Protections+7Increases Job Creation+5Improves Economic Growth+4Improves Consumer Protection+2Improves Small Business Support+2Reduces Inflation+1Improves Fiscal Responsibility-2Reduces National Debt-2Reduces Government Spending-1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Interstate Commerce+4Increases Federal Power+3Improves Government Transparency+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 7/30/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
- 7/29/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Summer LeeDemocrat · Pennsylvania
LaMonica McIverDemocrat · New Jersey