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2026-10-23 · Notice

Denton County Transportation Authority's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan and Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on October 12, 2026, the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP) to transition to an integrated dispatch system. The purpose of the transition is to eliminate the need for DCTA dispatch personnel to operate two separate workstations and dispatch systems to perform Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) and Enhanced Automatic Train Control (E-ATC) Temporary Speed Restriction (TSR) operations. As this RFA may involve a request for FRA's approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on DCTA's RFA to its PTCSP.

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2026-10-21 · Notice

Petition for Waiver of Compliance and Notice of Public Hearing

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: On July 3, 2025, FRA published notice that Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CPKC) petitioned FRA for relief from certain regulations concerning air brake testing. In this notice, FRA is announcing a public hearing to allow interested persons the opportunity to provide comments on the petition. FRA is also reopening the comment period to allow time for interested parties to submit comments on the petition or in response to views or information provided at the public hearing.

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2026-10-20 · Notice

Joint Application Package From the State of Utah to the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program and Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Assigning Environmental Responsibilities to the State

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration

Official abstract: This notice announces that FRA and FTA (Agencies) have received and reviewed an application package from the State of Utah (State), Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), requesting participation in the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program (Program). Under the Program, the Agencies may assign, and a State may assume, responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and all or part of the Agencies' responsibilities for environmental review, consultation, or other actions required under any Federal environmental laws except certain statutory exclusions with respect to one or more railroad projects and one or more public transportation projects within the State. The Agencies have determined the application package to be complete and developed a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the State outlining how UDOT will implement the Program with the Agencies' oversight. The public is invited to comment on UDOT's request, including its application package and the proposed MOU, which includes the proposed assignments and assumptions of environmental review, consultation, and other activities.

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2026-10-16 · Notice

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on September 24, 2026, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system to install Construction Zone (CZ) Transponders on its Worcester Main Line (WML) segment during December 2026. The installation of the CZ is required to reconfigure PTC on the WML between Control Point (CP) 11 (BL 11.40) and CP-21 (BL 21.30). The CZ will result in the suspension of portions of MBTA's PTC system on the WML. As this RFA involves a request for FRA's approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified PTC system, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on MBTA's RFA to its PTC system.

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2026-10-14 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-10-14 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-09-17 · Notice

Safety Advisory 2025-02; Track Is Clear Determination During Shoving or Pushing Movements Across Highway-Rail Grade Crossings Equipped Only With Flashing Lights or Passive Warning Devices (Supplement)

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: On December 12, 2025, in response to a series of accidents involving operations requiring crew members to make "track is clear" determinations before shoving or pushing movements across highway-rail grade crossings (crossings) equipped only with flashing lights or passive warning devices, FRA published Safety Advisory 2025-02. Since publication, two additional accidents have occurred under similar circumstances, resulting in one fatality and one severe injury. FRA is issuing this Notice to provide details of these recent accidents, to reinforce the existing recommendations in Safety Advisory 2025-02, and to add two recommendations. Specifically, this notice adds recommendations 5 and 6, which recommend railroads conduct in-person briefings with all operating employees performing or overseeing shoving or pushing movements and review and evaluate internal instruction, training, and examination programs for such employees.

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2026-09-16 · Notice

Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program; Ohio Department of Transportation Audit Report

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This notice announces and solicits comments on the draft audit report for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). The Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program allows a State to assume FRA's environmental responsibilities for environmental review, consultation, and compliance under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for railroad projects should a State first assume NEPA responsibilities under the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). When a State assumes these Federal responsibilities, the State becomes solely responsible and liable for carrying out the responsibilities it has assumed, in lieu of FRA. This program mandates annual audits during each of the first 4 years of State participation to ensure compliance with program requirements.

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2026-09-16 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-09-16 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-09-16 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-09-03 · Notice

Safety Advisory 2026-01; Restricted Speed

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: FRA is issuing Safety Advisory 2026-01 to remind railroads and their employees of the importance of compliance with Federal regulations and railroad operating rules governing restricted speed. This Safety Advisory contains a summary of seven recent train accidents involving failure to operate at restricted speed and makes recommendations to railroads to ensure employee compliance with restricted speed requirements, with particular emphasis on operations in positive train control (PTC) Restricted Mode.

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2026-09-01 · Rule

National Environmental Policy Act Regulations

Transportation Department, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration

Official abstract: FHWA, FRA, and FTA (collectively referred to as the "Agencies") are finalizing the interim final rule (IFR) published on July 3, 2025, which revised the Agencies' National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 implementing regulations in light of the removal of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations, the amendments to NEPA included in the section of the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FR Act) of 2023, known as the Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023, amendments regarding efficient environmental reviews included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021, and the Supreme Court decision in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition. The Agencies provided a 30-day comment period for the public to review and comment on the IFR. This final rule addresses public comments received and finalizes the IFR with minor technical changes.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Permitting Use of Computer-Based, Three-Dimensional Simulation for Periodic Refresher Training on Brake Systems

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule permits railroads to use a simulation that is instructor-led, computer-based, and three-dimensional (3D) to satisfy the hands-on portion of periodic refresher training under FRA's brake system training requirements, consistent with waivers FRA has granted to date. This computer-based 3D simulation training can provide employees with randomized scenarios that may not be readily available for hands-on training and facilitate real-time feedback on performance of duties.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Retiring Form FRA F 6180.107 and Form FRA F 6180.150

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule retires 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). This rule also changes the record retention period required under FRA's accident reporting regulations and makes other technical corrections.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Repealing Outdated Railroad Workplace Safety Requirements and Making Other Improvements

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule repeals several roadway workplace safety requirements that have become obsolete. In addition, FRA establishes a new special approval procedure to enable regulated entities, after public notice and FRA approval, to utilize an alternative approach to bridge worker safety that provides for an equivalent or better level of safety. Also, this rule clarifies that the required training for operators of roadway maintenance machines equipped with a crane includes specific aspects such as maintaining vertical clearance.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Repealing Special Approval Requirement for Freight Cars More Than 50 Years Old

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule amends FRA's freight car safety regulations to repeal the requirement for special approval to place or to continue a freight car in service if it is more than 50 years old or equipped with any design or type component listed in appendix A to part 215. This final rule allows railroads to continue or to place such cars in service with notice to FRA, providing certain information that has previously been required in petitions for special approval.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Enhancing Railroad Discretion in Sounding Locomotive Horns at Passenger Stations

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This final rule amends 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 final rule clarifies that a railroad has discretion to determine policies for sounding a locomotive horn at a passenger station through railroad operating rules. The final rule also provides 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 do not apply to the sound produced by the horn.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Amendments to Brake System Maintenance and Inspection Requirements

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule amends mechanical equipment safety standards related to brake inspections for passenger and freight rail equipment and incorporates longstanding waivers for locomotive brake system maintenance and inspection requirements. The amendments are consistent with the mandates of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which require FRA to review and analyze certain longstanding waivers to determine whether incorporating the waivers into FRA's regulations is justified, and Executive Order 14219, Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Deregulatory Initiative.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Regulatory Relief From Locomotive Horn Sounding Pattern at Public Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This final rule amends safety standards related to use of the locomotive horn to provide regulatory relief from the required pattern of sounding the locomotive horn in two long blasts, one short blast, and one long blast for locomotive engineers operating trains, locomotive consists, or individual locomotives that have stopped in close proximity to a public highway-rail grade crossing. This final rule allows locomotive engineers to vary the locomotive horn sounding pattern to one single blast of the horn as they enter the nearby public highway-rail grade crossing.

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2026-08-31 · Rule

Regulatory Relief for End of Car Cushioning Units

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule amends freight car draft arrangement and end-of-car cushioning unit (EOCC) regulations to make permanent relief currently provided by waiver. The amendments will allow a freight car to remain in service if the EOCC is operative and equipped with a unit condition indicator (UCI) that indicates a non-discharged EOCC. This change will permit such EOCCs to remain in service despite the presence of clearly formed oil droplets on the unit. The amendments preserve the requirement to repair or replace an EOCC with clearly formed oil droplets if the unit does not have a UCI.

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2026-08-25 · Notice

Notice of Limitation on Claims Against Elwood to Braidwood Track Construction Project

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This notice announces final environmental action taken for the Elwood to Braidwood Track Construction Project. The purpose of this notice is to advise the public of the time limit to file any claims that may challenge these decisions and other Federal permits, licenses, and approvals for the Project.

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2026-08-14 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-08-14 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: 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.

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2026-08-12 · Notice

Belt Railway Company of Chicago's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on August 6, 2026, the Belt Railway Company of Chicago (BRC) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control safety plan (PTCSP) to perform necessary maintenance and optimization of its operational technology network during September and October 2026. To complete this maintenance, BRC is requesting four planned windows during which work will be performed on the network infrastructure, and during which unplanned positive train control (PTC) system outages may occur. As this RFA involves a request for FRA's approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified PTC system, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on BRC's RFA to its PTCSP.

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2026-08-03 · Proposed Rule

High-Speed Train Noise Emission Standards

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This NPRM seeks to amend the noise emission regulations to address the unique noise emission characteristics of trains operating at speeds exceeding 160 miles per hour (mph). Specifically, the proposed regulation would provide an alternative standard for noise emissions from train operations exceeding 160 mph, up to 220 mph, and also provide a special approval process for noise emissions from train operations exceeding 220 mph. This alternative noise emission standard and compliance process would effectively remove an existing regulatory barrier to the railroad industry for high-speed rail operations, while continuing to protect public health and welfare. Existing noise emission limits for all train operations at speeds up to 160 mph would continue to apply, and these existing limits would remain available for demonstrating compliance at higher speeds as well.

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2026-08-03 · Notice

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan and Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on July 22, 2026, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP).

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2026-07-31 · Proposed Rule

Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers and Conductors; English Language Proficiency and Other Requirements

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: FRA proposes to amend its regulations governing the qualification and certification of locomotive engineers and conductors to establish English language proficiency as a requirement for a railroad carrier to certify and recertify locomotive engineers and conductors. FRA also proposes that each railroad carrier conducting a triennial examination of skill performance, and an annual operational monitoring observation for locomotive engineers, which are current requirements, conduct those examinations and observations without engaging energy management systems that limit the need for a locomotive engineer to operate the throttle or braking systems. Further, FRA proposes to codify limitations on operations at the southern border, including a 10 route-mile geographic limitation, to ensure domestic training, testing, and certification requirements for Mexican crew members are adequate. In addition, FRA proposes changes to clarify that a locomotive engineer or conductor's territorial qualification is limited to the specific direction of travel traversed during the qualification process.

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2026-07-16 · Notice

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Request To Amend its Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on July 9, 2026, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system. FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on the railroad's RFA.

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2026-07-08 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the information collection and its expected burden. On April 23, 2026, FRA published a notice providing a 60-day period for public comment on the ICR. FRA received no comments in response to the notice.

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2026-07-08 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the information collection and its expected burden. On April 23, 2026, FRA published a notice providing a 60-day period for public comment on the ICR. FRA received no comments in response to the notice.

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2026-07-08 · Notice

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the information collection and its expected burden. On April 23, 2026, FRA published a notice providing a 60-day period for public comment on the ICR. FRA received no comments in response to the notice.

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2026-07-01 · Notice

Petition for Approval of Test Program

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public notice that by letter dated June 9, 2026, and supplemented on June 26, 2026, Union Pacific Railroad Company (UP) submitted a request for FRA approval of a test program related to a locomotive control system, and the temporary suspension of certain FRA safety regulations in connection with that program.

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2026-06-30 · Notice

New Jersey Transit's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan and Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on June 22, 2026, New Jersey Transit (NJT) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP), seeking approval to update its Advanced Civil Speed Enforcement System II (ACSES) positive train control (PTC) system's main onboard software with a new software release, known as Back-to-Back (also referred to as B2B or Rev 7). As this RFA involves a request for FRA's approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified PTC system, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on NJT's RFA to its PTCSP.

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2026-06-17 · Notice

Notice of Amendment for the Fiscal Year 2025 and Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: On April 20, 2026, FRA published a notice in the Federal Register announcing the availability of funding and procedures to obtain grant funding for eligible projects for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant program. FRA is extending the deadline for applications for the FY 2025-2026 CRISI grant program from June 22, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) to June 25, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. The full text of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) can be found at https://www.Grants.gov using the funding opportunity ID FR-CRS-26-001.

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2026-06-05 · Notice

Long Island Rail Road's Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control System

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on May 21, 2026, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system. FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on the railroad's RFA to its PTC system.

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2026-05-05 · Notice

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority's Request for Approval To Begin Field Testing on Its Positive Train Control Network

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This document provides the public with notice that, on April 21, 2026, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), as the host railroad, submitted a request to permit CSX Transportation, Inc. (CSX) to conduct field testing of the Interoperable Train Control positive train control (PTC) system on two segments of MBTA's North Side Fitchburg and Haverhill Lines utilizing CSX locomotives and equipment. FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on MBTA's request to allow its tenant to test on its PTC system.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Miscellaneous Revisions to the Qualification and Certification of Conductors

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule updates FRA's conductor certification requirements to reduce the information required on a conductor's certificate and allowing certificates to be electronic. This rule also changes the certification revocation process and the Administrative Hearing Officer (AHO) process. Lastly, this rule makes administrative updates, including revising definitions and correcting errors in the regulatory text.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Regulatory Relief To Allow Speeds Up to 45 MPH for Non-Traversable Curbs

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule revises the definition of a non-traversable curb in FRA's train horn regulation in conformance with five longstanding FRA waivers that allow highway speeds up to 45 miles per hour (mph) where these highway curbs are present in quiet zones established and maintained in accordance with the regulation.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule updates FRA's locomotive engineer certification requirements to reduce the information required on a locomotive engineer's certificate, and allowing certificates to be electronic. This rule also changes the certification revocation process and the Administrative Hearing Officer (AHO) process. Lastly, this rule makes administrative updates, including revising definitions and correcting errors in the regulatory text.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Removing Stenciling Requirement for Freight Cars Used for Tourist, Historic, Excursion, Educational, Recreational, or Private Purposes and Not Interchanged

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule excludes railroad freight cars used exclusively for tourist, historic, excursion, educational, recreational, or private purposes and that are not interchanged from the requirement that all restricted freight cars, including cars more than 50 years old, be stenciled with specific information.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Repealing Certain Bridge Load Capacity Evaluation Requirements

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule eliminates the Federal requirement that defines the process a track owner must follow when scheduling the evaluation of bridges with no load capacity determination. The requirement was intended as a transitional measure to phase in compliance after the bridge safety regulations became effective and is no longer necessary because the regulations have been in effect for almost 15 years and the transitional period for compliance has ended.

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers and Conductors: Incorporation of Longstanding C3RS Waivers

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: This rule amends FRA regulations governing the qualification and certification of locomotive engineers and conductors, to codify longstanding waivers that have granted relief from certain certification requirements for railroads that participate in the FRA- sponsored Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C\3\RS).

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2026-04-28 · Rule

Administrative Updates to the Federal Railroad Administration's State Safety Participation Regulations

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: On July 1, 2025, FRA published a final rule making miscellaneous, administrative updates to its State safety participation regulations. In that rule, FRA inadvertently removed language from the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), which necessitates this technical amendment to effectuate FRA's intent.

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2026-04-28 · Notice

Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Year 2025 and 2026 Railroad Crossing Elimination (Crossing Safety) Program

Transportation Department, Federal Railroad Administration

Official abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration has published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), which details the application requirements and procedures to obtain grant funding for eligible projects for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 and 2026 Railroad Crossing Elimination (Crossing Safety) Program. The total funding available for awards under the NOFO is up to $1,146,528,000. The full text of the NOFO can be found on FRA's website: https://railroads.dot.gov/elibrary/fy25-26-NOFO-RCE- crossing-safety and at https://www.Grants.gov using the funding opportunity ID FR-RCE-26-001.

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