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Code · BILL · 113th Congress · H.R. 4834 (Introduced in House) — To authorize highway infrastructure and safety, transit, motor carrier, rail, and other surface transportation progra... · Sec. 9101

Sec. 9101. Purpose and objectives

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The purpose of this subtitle is to promote and facilitate the development of the National High-Performance Rail System, a comprehensive national network of integrated passenger and freight rail services, and to authorize funds for the planning, development, construction, and implementation of rail corridors and related infrastructure improvements. The National High-Performance Rail System shall contribute to reducing fatalities, injuries, and incidents on the nation’s transportation system.
The National High-Performance Rail System shall increase the efficient and reliable movement of both goods and people through targeted market-based investments and policies. The National High-Performance Rail System shall strive to advance environmentally sustainable policies and projects that reduce emissions of criteria air pollutants, air toxins, and greenhouse gases from transportation sources while protecting communities and natural resources. The National High-Performance Rail System shall enhance energy efficient transportation options and expand use of renewable and clean energy sources.
The National High-Performance Rail System shall promote quality of life and communities, including enhanced safety in areas adjacent to transportation facilities and safety at highway-rail grade crossing and efficient land-use development, and protecting public health. The National High-Performance Rail System shall ensure that the current passenger rail network achieves and maintains a state of good repair and is resilient and reliable in the face of extreme events and changing climatic conditions.
The National High-Performance Rail System shall ensure that America’s world-class freight rail system is preserved and improved while balancing and protecting both private and public interests, strengthening the ability of rural communities to access national and international trade markets, and supporting regional economic development.
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