Bills · HR 265
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 265RailroadsFood industry and services
Train FOOD Act
INTRO JAN 9· LAST ACTION JAN 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a common complaint and a significant part of the customer experience for anyone traveling by train in the United States. For many, the quality and cost of food on a long train journey can make a big difference in their travel satisfaction. This bill creates a system to hold Amtrak accountable for improving its food and beverage services, ensuring that previous recommendations for improvement don't just sit on a shelf.
If this bill becomes law, it means that Amtrak will be under a continuous obligation to demonstrate progress and transparency regarding its dining options. This could lead to better meal choices, fresher ingredients, or more competitive pricing. Without this bill, Amtrak might continue to implement changes at its own pace and with less public scrutiny, potentially leaving passengers with suboptimal food service and little recourse to track improvement efforts.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Amtrak must establish an internal advisory committee within one year to review its progress in implementing food and beverage service recommendations.
This committee ensures internal oversight and includes diverse perspectives from Amtrak, labor, passenger groups, and funding states.
PROVISION 02
Amtrak is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the status of implementing previous recommendations for improving food and beverage service.
This provides Congress and the public with regular updates on Amtrak's efforts and accountability for its progress.
PROVISION 03
Amtrak must make these annual implementation reports available on a publicly accessible website.
This provision ensures transparency, allowing passengers and taxpayers to easily access information on Amtrak's food service improvements.
PROVISION 04
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) will submit its own report to Congress within two years, assessing Amtrak's progress on these recommendations.
This provides an independent, external review of Amtrak's implementation efforts, adding another layer of accountability.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJAN 10
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
JAN 9
Introduced in House
JAN 9
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 265
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 9, 2025
Last actionJan 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 9, 2025
House BillHR 265RailroadsFood industry and services
Train FOOD Act
INTRODUCED JAN 9, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 10, 2025
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
6
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