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Train EATS Act

USA119th CongressHR-264| House 
| Updated: 1/10/2025
Steve Cohen

Steve Cohen

Democratic Representative

Tennessee

Cosponsors (6)
Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends title 49, United States Code, to establish specific food and beverage service requirements for Amtrak's overnight routes. It mandates that Amtrak make available both traditional dining , which involves seated service by wait staff in a dedicated car, and an alternative, more affordable food and beverage service for all passengers. The goal is to ensure a range of dining options for travelers on longer journeys. Furthermore, the legislation specifies that any unused capacity in traditional dining, after accommodating First Class and Business Class passengers, must be offered to Coach Class passengers on a first-come, first-serve basis for a fee. Traditional dining options must also include a healthy meal option consistent with federal dietary guidelines and accommodate pre-ordered dietary restrictions. The Secretary of Transportation is directed to issue regulations to carry out these new requirements for Amtrak's overnight services.
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Timeline
Jan 9, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 10, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
  • January 9, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 9, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • January 10, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.

Transportation and Public Works

Train EATS Act

USA119th CongressHR-264| House 
| Updated: 1/10/2025
This bill amends title 49, United States Code, to establish specific food and beverage service requirements for Amtrak's overnight routes. It mandates that Amtrak make available both traditional dining , which involves seated service by wait staff in a dedicated car, and an alternative, more affordable food and beverage service for all passengers. The goal is to ensure a range of dining options for travelers on longer journeys. Furthermore, the legislation specifies that any unused capacity in traditional dining, after accommodating First Class and Business Class passengers, must be offered to Coach Class passengers on a first-come, first-serve basis for a fee. Traditional dining options must also include a healthy meal option consistent with federal dietary guidelines and accommodate pre-ordered dietary restrictions. The Secretary of Transportation is directed to issue regulations to carry out these new requirements for Amtrak's overnight services.
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Timeline
Jan 9, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 10, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
  • January 9, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 9, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • January 10, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Steve Cohen

Steve Cohen

Democratic Representative

Tennessee

Cosponsors (6)
Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Transportation and Public Works

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted