Rail Industry Pushes Senate on Cargo Theft Bill After House Approval

Key Details The House of Representatives passed the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA) with overwhelming bipartisan support, voting 348-60 on Tuesday. The legislation targets criminal networks that steal from supply chains and has attracted 206 co-sponsors across both parties. Why It Matters Railroads and intermodal carriers are experiencing record theft losses. The Association of American Railroads reported 75,000 theft incidents in 2025 causing over $200 million in damages - a 50% increase from the previous year. Only 1 in 10 theft attempts result in an arrest, allowing transnational criminal networks to operate across jurisdictional gaps. What's Next Rail industry groups are now urging the Senate to pass the bill quickly. CORCA would strengthen federal enforcement tools, establish a national coordination center within Homeland Security Investigations, and provide grants and training to frontline law enforcement agencies. Industry leaders stress the legislation is critical for protecting supply chain security and reducing costs that ultimately impact drivers, retailers, manufacturers, and consumers.