1 Jul 2025
🚆FRA Repeals Redundant Reporting Requirement for Railroads
Repealing a Redundant Reporting Requirement
Summary
FRA is removing one requirement from its regulations governing positive train control (PTC) systems. This rule repeals a redundant regulatory requirement for railroads to file a Report of PTC System Performance (Form FRA F 6180.152) biannually, as the Passenger Rail Expansion and Rail Safety Act of 2021 requires railroads to submit that exact report to FRA quarterly.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Railroad Administration
Business Impact
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The repeal of a redundant reporting requirement for railroads reduces regulatory burdens, streamlining compliance processes for businesses in the rail industry. This change aligns with previous legislative mandates, potentially leading to cost savings and efficiency gains.