A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2024, as "Rail Safety Week" and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce highway-rail grade crossing and trespasser-related incidents, fatalities, injuries, and derailments, improve the safe transportation of hazardous materials by rail, and prevent rail worker fatalities.

SRES 864 is a Senate resolution designating September 23-29, 2024, as "Rail Safety Week." It expresses support for efforts to reduce highway-rail grade crossing incidents, trespasser-related fatalities, and derailments, while promoting safer transportation of hazardous materials and preventing rail worker injuries or deaths. The resolution encourages public education on rail safety and aligns with ongoing initiatives like the Federal Railroad Administration’s safety programs. It does not create new laws or funding but formally supports existing safety goals and commemorates past rail safety efforts.