Bill · S. 4572· Senate(119-S-4572)

Ending Passenger Rail Forced Arbitration Act

Age: 80 years

Connecticut

Introduced: 5/19/2026
Last activity: 5/19/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsored by: Richard Blumenthal
Cosponsors: - 9 - 0

Transportation and Public Works

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Ending Passenger Rail Forced Arbitration Act," seeks to amend title 49 of the United States Code. It specifically targets Amtrak to prevent the use of certain arbitration agreements. The legislation would prohibit Amtrak from using predispute arbitration agreements for consumer and civil rights disputes with its customers. Additionally, it aims to stop agreements that interfere with a customer's right to participate in joint, class, or collective actions. Under this act, such agreements and waivers would be considered invalid and unenforceable.

Yes· 3 of 10

Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+7
The bill protects consumers by prohibiting mandatory arbitration and class-action waivers for civil rights and personal injury disputes with Amtrak.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+6
The bill ensures that disputes regarding disability discrimination can be addressed through the court system.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+6
The bill preserves a customer's right to seek judicial recourse for civil rights and personal injury claims instead of being forced into arbitration.