1 Jul 2025
🚂FRA Proposes to Repeal Track Surface Requirement - Business Impact
Repealing a Track Surface Requirement
Summary
FRA proposes to repeal the runoff parameter from its track surface requirements for track Classes 1 through 5. FRA has found that other geometry requirements in FRA's regulations already capture the same safety concerns.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Railroad Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
This proposed rule repeals an unnecessary requirement concerning track surface runoff parameters, resulting in cost savings and reduced regulatory burden for track owners, particularly beneficial for small entities. The measure aligns with broader deregulation efforts and could have financial implications for businesses within the railroad industry.