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Petition for Exemption or Waiver of Compliance

Federal Register · Notice · May 1, 1995

If any interested party desires an opportunity for oral comment, they should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for their request. … Comments received after that date will be considered as far as practicable.

Monetary Threshold for Reporting Rail Equipment Accidents/Incidents for Calendar Year 2018

Federal Register · Rule · Mar 5, 2018

Class III reported rail equipment accidents/incidents for a five-year period are shown below. … Privacy Act In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process.

Two-Way End-of-Train Telemetry Devices and Certain Passenger Train Operations

Federal Register · Rule · May 1, 1998

FRA made clear that if no substantive adverse comments were received on the NPRM within the 15-day comment period, it would immediately issue a final rule containing the provisions of the proposal. … Regulatory Flexibility Act The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires a review of rules to assess their impact on small entities.

Allowing for the Electronic Posting of Reportable Injuries and Occupational Illnesses

Federal Register · Rule · Apr 28, 2026

Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 13272 The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq. ), as amended by the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996, 10 … the posted list containing any reportable injuries or illnesses they have suffered during the applicable period

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · Aug 26, 2003

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Pub. L. … 230,644 232.105—General Requirements For Locomotives 20,000 locomotives 20,000 forms 5 minutes 1,667 61,679 232.107—Air Source Requirements—Plans To Monitor All Air Yard Sources

Service Level Environmental Impact Statement for the Texas Oklahoma Passenger Rail Study Corridor, South Texas to Oklahoma City

Federal Register · Notice · Mar 13, 2013

The Service Level EIS will also address Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 4(f) of the U.S. … Department of Transportation Act of 1966 (49 U.S.C. 303) and other applicable Federal and state laws and regulations.

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · Aug 2, 2006

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Pub. L. … 230,644 232.105—General Requirements For Locomotives 20,000 locomotives 20,000 forms 5 minutes 1,667 61,679 232.107—Air Source Requirements—Plans To Monitor All Air Yard Sources

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · Apr 26, 2018

Abstract: The Locomotive Boiler Inspection Act (LBIA) of 1911 required each railroad subject to the Act to file copies of its rules and instructions for the inspection of locomotives. … 2,400 230.46—Badge Plates 82 owners/operators 3 reports 2 hours 6 230.47—Boiler Number 82 owners/operators 1 stamping 60 minutes 1 230.75—Stenciling Dates of Tests and Cleaning

Metrics and Minimum Standards for Intercity Passenger Rail Service

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Mar 31, 2020

Please see the Privacy Act heading in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this document for Privacy Act information related to any submitted comments or materials. … FRA will consider all comments received during the public comment period for this NPRM when making a final determination of the rule's economic impact on small entities. 6.

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · Nov 14, 2011

Commenters requesting FRA to acknowledge receipt of their respective comments must include a self-addressed stamped postcard stating, “Comments on OMB control number 2130-0505.” … Abstract: The Locomotive Boiler Inspection Act (LBIA) of 1911 required each railroad subject to the Act to file copies of its rules and instructions for the inspection of locomotives.

Freight Car Safety Standards Implementing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Dec 8, 2023

FRA welcomes public comment on these findings and conclusion. 93  Total cost, small manufacturers (undiscounted) = affirming newly built cars comply with Act ($5,900) + participation in periodic … Whether or not commenters identify themselves, all timely comments will be fully considered.

Regulatory Relief for End of Car Cushioning Units

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 31, 2026

In addition, railroads or their industry associations will no longer be required to submit periodic, repetitive waiver requests related to the current regulatory requirement. … Regulatory Flexibility Act The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq. ) as amended by the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996, 12 requires Federal agencies

Freight Car Safety Standards Implementing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Federal Register · Rule · Dec 19, 2024

Discussion of Comments to the NPRM A. Comments About FRA's Proposed Application of the Act's Content Limitation and Sensitive Technology Requirements to Railroad Freight Car Manufacturers 1. … FRA disagrees, because records may be needed to enforce the Act beyond a five-year period. The statute of limitations is five years for noncompliance with the Act, but as explained in section III.

Amendments to Pre-Employment Alcohol Testing Requirements

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · May 9, 1996

Commenters who wish the receipt of their comments to be acknowledged should include a stamped, self-addressed postcard with their comments. … FAA List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 121 Air carriers, Aircraft, Aircraft pilots, Airmen, Airplanes, Air transportation, Aviation safety, Drug abuse, Drugs, Narcotics, Pilots, Safety, Transportation

Safety Advisory 2023-03; Accident Mitigation and Train Length

Federal Register · Notice · May 2, 2023

brake system performance and resulting train dynamics of trains comprised of up to 200 cars. 3 Additionally, in response to the mandate of Section 22422 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act … Longer trains may also present challenges for pedestrians as the trains occupy pedestrian crossings for longer periods of time.

Notice of Funds Availability for High Speed Non-Electric Passenger Locomotive Demonstration Program

Federal Register · Notice · Jan 5, 1998

It is expected that the testing and demonstration period for Phases I and II will be approximately one year. … A description of how the project will comply with the Buy American Act (41 U.S.C. 10a-10c) and the domestic content restrictions set forth in Section 331 of the 1998 DOT Appropriations Act.

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · May 17, 2021

Abstract: The Boiler Inspection Act of 1911 required each railroad subject to the Act to file copies of its rules and instructions for the inspection of locomotives. … operators 3 metal stampings 2 hours 6.00 350.40 230.47—Boiler Number 82 steam owners and operators 1 metal stamping 1 hour 1.00 58.40 230.75—Stenciling Dates of Tests and Cleaning

Risk Reduction Program

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Sep 8, 2022

FRA will consider all comments received during the public comment period for this NPRM when making a final determination of the NPRM's economic impact on small entities. 6. … The proposed rulemaking states that FRA may decide to amend § 271.3(c) in response to the data and comments received during the public comment period.

Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

Federal Register · Notice · Oct 16, 2020

SUMMARY: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its implementing regulations, FRA seeks approval of the Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below. … Subpart E requires railroad-provided camp cars to be clean, safe, and sanitary, and be equipped with indoor toilets, potable water, and other features to protect the health of car occupants.

Petitions for Waivers of Compliance; Petition for Exemption for Technological Improvements

Federal Register · Notice · Nov 1, 1999

Most light rail vehicles are electric, which reduces air pollution. … If any interested party desires an opportunity for oral comment, he or she should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for his or her request.