ðNew Proposed Rule on Railroad Horn Usage at Passenger Stations
FRA proposes to amend its safety standards related to the use of the locomotive horn to clarify that no Federal regulation requires a railroad to sound a locomotive horn because of the presence of a passenger station. The proposed rule would clarify that a railroad has discretion to determine policies for sounding a locomotive horn at a passenger station through railroad operating rules. The proposed rule would also provide that if a railroad decides to sound a locomotive horn at a passenger station, the minimum sound level requirements in FRA's Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards would not apply to the sound produced by the horn.
Learn MoreðProposed Rule for Locomotive Horn Sounding Flexibility
This proposed rule would provide greater flexibility for compliance with FRA's train horn regulation. Specifically, this proposed rule would allow for regulatory relief from the required pattern of sounding the locomotive horn in two long blasts, one short blast, and one long blast where trains, locomotive consists, and individual locomotives have stopped in close proximity to a public highway-rail grade crossing location. This proposed rule would instead allow locomotive engineers to vary the pattern of sounding the locomotive horn to only one single blast of the horn as they enter onto and cross over these grade crossing locations.
Learn MoreðAdministrative Updates to FRA's Rules of Practice
This rule makes administrative updates to FRA's rules of practice regulations, including updating addresses in those regulations.
Learn MoreðUpdates to Railroad Safety Appliance Standards Regulations
This rule makes administrative updates to FRA's railroad safety appliance standards regulations, including updating addresses in those regulations.
Learn MoreðProposed Changes to Conductor Certification Regulations by FRA
This proposed rule would update FRA's conductor certification requirements by reducing the information that is required on a conductor'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.
Learn MoreðApplication for Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project Analysis
The Department of Energy has issued a notice regarding the application for the Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project, inviting public comments and recommendations for its environmental analysis. The document outlines key details about the project, the deadlines for input, and the regulatory framework under which it operates.
Learn Moreâ¡Combined Notice of Natural Gas Pipeline Filings from FERC
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces several compliance filings from natural gas pipeline companies, detailing revenue distribution processes and comment opportunities for stakeholders. Filings are accessible via the Commission's eLibrary system, encouraging public participation in regulatory processes.
Learn Moreâ¡Notice of Section 206 Proceeding and Refund Date for Power Rates
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has initiated an investigation into the rate schedules of Darby Power, LLC, Gavin Power, LLC, Lawrenceburg Power, LLC, and Waterford Power, LLC. The notice outlines compliance requirements for stakeholders interested in participating in the proceedings and underscores the importance of addressing rate fairness and legality.
Learn Moreâ¡Notice on Federal and State Collaborative for Energy Issues
The Department of Energy announces the establishment of a Federal and State Current Issues Collaborative to address cross-jurisdictional energy issues between federal and state utility commissions. The collaborative explores governance in Regional Transmission Organizations and will hold a public meeting to discuss its agenda and related topics.
Learn Moreâ¡Combined Notice of Filings #2
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a Combined Notice of Filings, detailing various electric rate and securities filings made by companies like ConocoPhillips and Pacific Gas and Electric. The notice includes important comment dates and procedural requirements for stakeholders to engage with the Commission on the described filings.
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