🚆Proposed Rule Changes for Rail Transit Worker Safety Oversight
Rail Transit Roadway Worker Protection
Summary
In this action, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) seeks to reduce the regulatory burden on State Safety Oversight Agencies (SSOAs) in conducting oversight of the Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) programs within the jurisdiction of a State. FTA proposes to extend the time period for reporting RWP programs to FTA and to allow SSOAs to complete annual audits simultaneously with other required audits.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Transit Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The proposed rule changes will reduce regulatory burdens for State Safety Oversight Agencies (SSOAs) and Rail Transit Agencies (RTAs) by streamlining reporting and auditing processes. This may lead to cost savings and operational efficiencies, directly impacting financial and compliance aspects for businesses in the rail transit sector.