🚅FRA Seeks Comments on Proposed Information Collection Activities
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below. Before submitting this ICR to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, FRA is soliciting public comment on specific aspects of the activities identified in the ICR.
Learn More🚆FRA Withdraws Accident Investigation Regulation, Affects Compliance Costs
FRA is withdrawing the direct final rule titled "Federal Railroad Administration Accident/Incident Investigation Policy for Gathering Information and Consulting with Stakeholders," (the Rule) which was published on October 1, 2024.
Learn More🚂Waiver of Compliance Petition by Whitewater Valley Railroad
This document provides the public notice that Whitewater Valley Railroad (WVRR) petitioned FRA for relief from certain regulations concerning stenciling and reflectorization of rail cars.
Learn More🚆Retirement of FRA Forms and Regulatory Updates in 49 CFR Part 225
This proposed rule would retire Form FRA F 6180.107, "Alternative Record for Illnesses Claimed to be Work-Related" (Form 6180.107), and Form FRA F 6180.150, "Highway User Injury Inquiry Form" (Form 6180.150). The proposed rule would also change the record retention period required under FRA's accident reporting regulations and make other technical corrections.
Learn More🚆Updates to Critical Incident Stress Plans Regulations for Railroads
This rule makes administrative updates to FRA's critical incident stress plans regulations, including updating addresses in those regulations.
Learn More🚂Administrative Updates to FRA State Safety Regulations
This rule makes administrative updates to FRA's state safety participation regulations, including updating addresses in those regulations.
Learn More🚂Proposed Amendments to FRA Accident Reporting Regulations
This proposed rule would make various miscellaneous amendments to FRA's accident reporting regulations. Specifically, these amendments would promote submitting documents to FRA electronically, would eliminate redundant regulations, and would allow railroads with additional time to complete certain forms.
Learn More🚆Cumberland & Knox Railroad's Modified Certificate and Business Impact
Cumberland & Knox Railroad, LLC has applied for a modified certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate part of the Rockland Branch in Maine. This document outlines their operational lease with the state and discussions regarding adjacent rail lines, highlighting essential regulations and agreements that impact their business model and responsibilities.
Learn More🚆Metro-North Railroad Seeks Amendment for Positive Train Control System
This document provides the public with notice that, on May 2, 2025, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP) to update its onboard computer (OBC) software to OBC 02.00.0000 Software Baseline for the MNR Siemens Charger Dual Mode Locomotive. FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on MNR's RFA to its PTCSP.
Learn More🚂California Northern Railroad's Lease Amendment with Union Pacific
The California Northern Railroad Company has filed a verified notice of exemption for a lease amendment involving multiple rail lines, extending the operational term and altering commercial conditions. The amendment includes an existing interchange commitment, affecting operations with other carriers, while regulatory compliance is emphasized for revenue thresholds and employee notifications.
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