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Passenger Rail

FRA informs and implements Administration policy regarding the nation's intercity passenger rail system and sponsors passenger rail improvements and services. Formed in 1967, FRA has conducted studies and demonstrations, provided oversight, and administered federal grants to the...

PTC Collaboration Session Third of Six in 2019 and 2020

The following topics were discussed with invited attendees: Industry’s PTC Status as of June 30, 2019 & Self-reported Challenges; FRA’s PTC Organization; FRA’s Interoperability Initiatives; PTC Safety Plans – Content Streamlining; and PTC System Breakout Groups & Debriefs.

Acoustical Warning Devices as Emergency Warning Systems, Phase 1

This program demonstrated the effectiveness of Acoustical Warning Devices (AWD) as secondary Emergency Warning Signals (EWS). The focus is to warn trespassers of an approaching train, through the development of an emergency warning signals that produce a sense of urgency, are noticeable to...

Northwest Regional Investment Fact Sheet

CONTACT: Office of Railroad Policy and Development PHONE: _ SUBJECT: High-Speed Passenger Rail, Passenger Rail KEYWORDS: Northwest Regional Investment Fact Sheet