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Two-Way End-of-Train Telemetry Devices and Certain Passenger Train Operations
FRA proposes to revise the regulations regarding the use and design of two-way end-of-train telemetry devices (two-way EOTs) to specifically address certain passenger train operations where multiple units of freight-type equipment, material handling cars, or express cars are part of a passenger...Positive Train Control Systems
FRA proposes amendments to the regulations implementing a provision of the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 that requires certain passenger and freight railroads to install positive train control (PTC) systems. This notice proposes the removal of various regulatory requirements that require...Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger Trains and Equipment
FRA proposes revisions to the regulations governing the power braking systems and equipment used in freight and other non-passenger railroad train operations. The proposed revisions are designed to achieve safety by better adapting the regulations to the needs of contemporary railroad operations...Standards for Development and Use of Processor-Based Signal and Train Control Systems
FRA is proposing a performance standard for the development and use of processor-based signal and train control systems. The proposed rule also covers systems which interact with highway-rail grade-crossing systems, requirements for notifying FRA prior to installation, and requirements for...Positive Train Control Systems
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