Stay Informed on Federal Railroad Administration Updates
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Why Monitor the Federal Railroad Administration?
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of the U.S. rail system. Created under the Department of Transportation Act of 1966, the FRA is responsible for:
- Promulgating and enforcing rail safety regulations
- Administering railroad financial assistance programs
- Conducting research and development to support improved railroad safety and national rail transportation policy
- Overseeing the rehabilitation of Northeast Corridor rail passenger service
- Consolidating government support of rail transportation activities
This makes the FRA indispensable for stakeholders in various sectors including rail industries, safety compliance professionals, legal teams, and business executives involved in rail transportation or rail-dependent sectors.
Industries and Interest Groups
Professionals who have a vested interest in monitoring the FRA include:
- Legal Compliance Officers: To maintain current safety standards and avoid regulatory penalties.
- Railroad Executives and Business Owners: To seize financial assistance opportunities and steer their companies towards compliance and growth.
- Transportation Safety Analysts: To mitigate risks arising from rule changes and ensure best practices in operations.
- Environmental Consultants: To align rail projects with federal safety and environmental regulations.
Recent Trends and Regulatory Impacts
In recent years, the FRA has placed increased emphasis on technology integration to enhance rail safety. Notable programs include Positive Train Control (PTC) implementations which aim to prevent accidents by controlling train speeds and movements automatically.
Furthermore, the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides new funding streams for rail infrastructure, creating opportunities for projects that necessitate close adherence to FRA regulations to secure funding.
Why Timely Monitoring Matters
Keeping abreast of FRA updates is critical for:
- Avoiding Penalties: Non-compliance can result in significant fines and operational halts.
- Ensuring Safety: Updated safety practices protect employees, passengers, and cargo, minimizing liability.
- Seizing Growth Opportunities: Funding and assistance programs need close surveillance to maximize benefits.
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Agency Details
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The Federal Railroad Administration continues to operate under its founding mandate established by the Department of Transportation Act of 1966. It provides vital services related to rail safety regulations, financial assistance, and research for rail transportation in the United States. As a sub-agency of the Transportation Department, it remains functional and active in fulfilling its roles.
- Acronym: FRA
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Latest Documents
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Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, F...
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Notice | Mar 25, 2025 |
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, F...
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Notice | Mar 21, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter received December 10, 2024, the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) petitioned FRA for relief from a condition required by FRA's August 9, 2016 decision letter in this docket.
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Notice | Mar 17, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter received February 21, 2025, Alaska Railroad (ARRC) petitioned FRA for relief from certain regulations concerning calibration of air flow method (AFM) indicators.
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Notice | Mar 17, 2025 |
This document provides the public with notice that, on March 3, 2025, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system. FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public com...
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Notice | Mar 17, 2025 |
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, F...
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Notice | Mar 12, 2025 |
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, F...
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Notice | Mar 12, 2025 |
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, F...
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Notice | Mar 10, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter received January 8, 2025, Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit District (SMART) petitioned FRA for relief from certain regulations concerning the clean, oil, test, and stencil (COT&S) requirements of...
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Notice | Mar 06, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated December 5, 2024, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (RT) petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain regulations concerning stenciling and reflectorization of rail cars.
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Notice | Mar 06, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated December 31, 2024, Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CMTY) petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain regulations concerning Stadler G4 vehicles.
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Notice | Mar 06, 2025 |
South Florida Regional Transportation Authority's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control System
This document provides the public with notice that, on February 3, 2025, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system. FRA is publishing this...
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Notice | Mar 03, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated December 26, 2024, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain regulations concerning rail cars equipped with end of car cushioning u...
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Notice | Mar 03, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated January 14, 2025, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain regulations concerning locomotive horns.
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Notice | Mar 03, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated October 25, 2024, BNSF Railway (BNSF) petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain 2-year periodic testing requirements for its solid-state microprocessor-based equipment.
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Notice | Mar 03, 2025 |
This document provides the public with notice that, on February 10, 2025, Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP) to request approval to install an upda...
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Notice | Mar 03, 2025 |
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comme...
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Notice | Feb 27, 2025 |
This document provides the public notice that by letter dated January 24, 2025, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) revised its request for relief to permit the replacement of wheelsets on rail cars as part of CPKC's In-train Wheelset Replacement Pro...
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Notice | Feb 20, 2025 |
This document provides the public with notice that, on January 29, 2025, the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP). As this RFA may invo...
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Notice | Feb 11, 2025 |
FRA is issuing this notice to approve a petition from Georgia Central Railway, L.P. (GC) and Heart of Georgia Railroad, Inc. (HOG) (collectively, Petitioners), subsidiaries of Genesee and Wyoming (G&W), for a Test Program designed to test self-propel...
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Notice | Feb 05, 2025 |
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