1 Jul 2025
🚂Proposed Revisions to Locomotive Engineer Certification Requirements
Miscellaneous Revisions to the Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers
Summary
This proposed rule would update FRA's locomotive engineer certification requirements by reducing the information that is required on an engineer's certificate and allowing certificates to be electronic. FRA is also proposing changes to the certification revocation process and the Administrative Hearing Officer (AHO) process. Lastly, FRA is proposing other administrative updates including revising definitions and correcting errors in the regulatory text.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Railroad Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulatory changes affect certified locomotive engineers' certification processes, reducing burdens on businesses with electronic certifications and altered revocation processes. This impacts compliance and operational efficiency within the railroad industry.