MI HR0104

Declares May 14, 2025, as Rail Day in Michigan to commemorate the completion of America's first transcontinental railroad on May 11, 1869

Recognizes Michigan's rail network consisting of 3,349 freight rail miles operated by 29 freight carriers plus Amtrak passenger service

Highlights rail safety improvements including a 33% reduction in accident rates since 2005 and an 80% decrease in hazmat accident rates per carload since 2005

Notes freight railroads remove 4.7 million truckloads from Michigan roads annually, reducing congestion and preserving infrastructure

Celebrates the importance of freight and passenger rail systems to Michigan's economy, serving industries including auto manufacturing, mining, and agriculture