We have received text from H.R. 9036: American High-Speed Rail Act. This bill was received on 2026-05-26, and currently has 50 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
This bill, known as the American High-Speed Rail Act, proposes several changes to how high-speed rail projects are planned, funded, and regulated in the United States. Here are the key points of the bill:
1. Funding and Financial Assistance
The bill aims to enhance financial assistance for high-speed rail corridor planning and development. It allows a public agency or a consortium of public and private entities to receive up to 100% funding for planning activities, compared to the previous cap of 50%. Additionally, the Secretary of Transportation is required to prioritize projects where at least 20% of funding comes from specified sources.
2. High-Speed Rail Corridor Designation
The Secretary of Transportation will have the authority to designate high-speed rail corridors, expanding the framework for the development of rail systems across the country.
3. Definition of High-Speed and Higher-Speed Rail
The bill changes the threshold for what constitutes high-speed rail from over 125 miles per hour to over 186 miles per hour. It also introduces the term "higher-speed rail," defined as rail service expected to operate between 110 and 186 miles per hour.
4. Technological Improvements
Financial considerations will include funding activities that utilize innovative technologies, particularly those that enhance intermodal connections—for example, linking rail systems with other forms of public transport.
5. Safety Regulations
The bill mandates comprehensive safety regulations that are performance-based and do not inhibit interoperability within the high-speed rail network, aiming for enhanced safety without compromising operational efficiency.
6. Project Planning and Environmental Reviews
The bill allows for early acquisition of real estate needed for new rail projects even before the completion of environmental assessments, given that proper protocols are followed. It emphasizes that any such acquisitions must adhere to federal laws.
7. Labor Protections
The legislation includes provisions for labor protections, ensuring that workers involved in projects funded by the federal grants are treated as rail carriers and are thus subject to certain labor laws. It also clarifies that construction contractors are exempt from being classified as rail carriers, allowing them to use employees outside of rail labor regulations while performing specific work.
8. Authorization of Appropriations
The bill authorizes significant funding amounts over five years: $3 billion annually for planning and technology improvements, and $35 billion for development projects related to high-speed rail corridors.
9. Priority for Communities
Special consideration is required for communities impacted by rail projects, encouraging local engagement and planning efforts that include transit-oriented development initiatives.
10. Acquiring Freight Rail Right-of-Way
It allows rail carriers the ability to sell, grant, or lease property rights for high-speed rail development while receiving grants for re-acquisition of additional necessary real property along the right-of-way. Tax benefits are also included for transactions related to such properties.
Relevant Companies
- CSX - CSX Corporation may be impacted as it operates freight rail systems and may have to engage with high-speed rail projects that utilize current freight corridors.
- UNP - Union Pacific may also see impacts as similar operations could overlap with high-speed rail projects, requiring adjustments in operations or infrastructure that accommodate both freight and passenger services.
- AMTRK - Amtrak could be significantly impacted since it may take on a role in the new high-speed rail corridors and require investment in technology and infrastructure improvements.
Representative Seth Moulton Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Representative Seth Moulton:
- H.R.9036: American High-Speed Rail Act
- H.R.8858: Protecting American Voters’ Rights Act
- H.R.8148: Prediction Market RISK Act
- H.R.7626: Defend Elections from Trump Act
- H.R.7072: FAIR Justice Act
- H.R.7071: Healthcare Reinvestment Act
You can track bills proposed by Representative Seth Moulton on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Moulton.
Representative Seth Moulton Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Representative Seth Moulton is worth $7.8M, as of June 6th, 2026. This is the 128th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Moulton has approximately $8.9K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Representative Seth Moulton's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Moulton.
Representative Seth Moulton Stock Trading
We have data on up to $2.6M of trades from Representative Seth Moulton, which we parsed from STOCK Act filings. Some of the largest trades include:
- A August 18th, 2023 sale of up to $1M of $ATVI. The stock has risen 4.37% since then.
- A August 8th, 2022 purchase of up to $15K of $AMZN. The stock has risen 76.48% since then.
You can track Representative Seth Moulton's stock trading on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Moulton.
2026 Massachusetts's 6th Congressional District Election
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Approximately $25,934 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs.
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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