Train Noise and Vibrations Reduction Act of 2025

Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall develop and submit to Congress a report containing—

(1) recommendations to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes; and

(2) estimates of the costs and benefits of each such recommendation.

The report required under subsection (a) shall, at a minimum, include such recommendations regarding—

(1) modifications to trains and tracks;

(2) modifications to train and track maintenance procedures;

(3) speed limits for trains;

(4) mitigation measures between tracks and homes;

(5) the distance required between tracks and homes;

(6) limits on the number of trains;

(7) limits on the number of cars on trains;

(8) limits on hours of operations;

(9) building noise insulation; and

(10) modifications to soil conditions.