State Actions For Employing Transportation Risk Assessments and Crossing Knowledge Strategies Act

This bill, known as the "SAFE TRACKS Act," proposes amendments to title 49 of the United States Code. It focuses on changing how reports regarding highway-rail grade crossing safety are handled. Specifically, it adds a requirement for states to explain how they will work with stakeholders and railroads to reduce pedestrian fatalities, including suicides, along railroad rights of way. This process would involve consultation with law enforcement and mental health agencies. Additionally, the bill mandates that these reports be submitted every 5 years thereafter to the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration.