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FRA Acting Admin today sent a letter to @GLFOP @NationalSheriff @TheIACP calling for enhanced crossing safety efforts http://t.co/v5TF7IJksT
WASHINGTON — As part of its ongoing effort to improve safety at railroad grade crossings, today the Federal... http://t.co/arBQSWopmI
FRA 2015 ROW Fatality & Trespass Prevention Workshop on Aug. 4-6 @oplifesaver http://t.co/aM0IeRSddp @AAR_FreightRail http://t.co/JuuhWZDKDB
The Federal Railroad Administration will be conducting a ROW Fatality & Trespass Prevention Workshop on August... http://t.co/3QQKm2Mb4J
The accident on Metrolink’s Ventura County Line this morning is a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with... http://t.co/ejYdOFTPD4
The accident on Metrolink’s Ventura County Line this morning is a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with... http://t.co/0pu1F3Nk0H
A full team of FRA investigators will remain in the Montgomery area for several days, and possibly weeks, as the... http://t.co/tAHR9A2u11
RT @VP: "We need the most modern infrastructure in the world in order to compete with the rest of the world." -VP Biden http://t.co/1LRpStS…
RT @USDOT: "This way to a brighter #rail future," says @SecretaryFoxx to @VP Biden http://t.co/AxChisz2jt #growamerica http://t.co/jPHX9xO…
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Tuesday, February 24, 2015
The accident on Metrolink’s Ventura County Line this morning is a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. 
Monday, February 23, 2015
Charleston, West Virginia – Today the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced that is now able to move forward with its full-scale forensic investigation into the derailment outside of Montgomery, WV
Thursday, February 19, 2015
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx was joined by Vice President Joe Biden, Congresswoman Alma Adams, and Charlotte Mayor Dan Clodfelter today in Charlotte to highlight the need for increased investments in passenger rail and rail safety. The Secretary’s visit is part of a four-day, five state bus tour, The GROW AMERICA Express.
Monday, February 16, 2015
Sarah Feinberg, Acting Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the agency’s Chief Safety Officer, Robert Lauby, will travel to West Virginia to survey the site of the derailment and fire.
Monday, February 16, 2015
"An investigation team from the Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration are en route to a CSX crude oil train derailment in West Virginia. Both agencies are monitoring the situation closely and will commence official inquiries into the cause of the derailment. The agencies are prepared to take all necessary enforcement actions following the investigation."
Wednesday, February 04, 2015
FRA’s Fiscal Year 2016 Budget and Six-Year Authorization Proposal Presentation
Monday, February 02, 2015
The President's Fiscal year 2016 Budget shows what we can do if we invest in America's future and commit to an economy that rewards hard work, generates rising incomes, and allows everyone to share in the prosperity of a growing America.
Tuesday, February 03, 2015
Statement from FRA Acting Administrator Sarah Feinberg regarding Metro-North Train Accident
Monday, January 26, 2015
Pursuant to Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) § 211.45, the Federal Railroad Administration’s
Monday, January 12, 2015
Secretary Foxx announced today that DOT Chief of Staff will succeed Joseph C. Szabo as FRA Administrator
Tuesday, January 06, 2015
FRA Administrator Joseph C. Szabo remarks for California High-Speed Rail Groundbreaking Fresno, California
Friday, January 02, 2015
FAMES Committee, Jan 2, 2015
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
The following is an annual report published by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) summarizing settled claims for civil penalty violations of Federal railroad safety and hazardous materials statues, regulations and orders during Federal Fiscal Year 2014.
Monday, December 15, 2014
FRA Administrator Joseph C. Szabo delivers remarks for the John D. Dingell Transit Center Dedication Ceremony in Dearborn, Michigan.
Thursday, December 04, 2014
FRA Administrator Joseph C. Szabo delivers remarks at the 52nd Meeting of the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee in Washington, DC.
Friday, November 21, 2014
Federal Railroad Administration Chief Counsel Melissa Porter remarks delivered at the Annual Rail Trends Conference in New York.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Administrator Szabo delivers remarks for the National League of Cities Annual Conference in Austin, Texas.
Friday, November 07, 2014
FRA Administrator Joseph C. Szabo delivers remarks at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-Tower 55 Project.
Friday, November 07, 2014
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today issued a final rule that strengthens training requirements for railroad employees and contractors who perform safety-related work. The rule, which was mandated by the Rail Safety Improvement Act (RSIA) of 2008, ensures safety-related employees are trained and qualified to comply with any relevant federal railroad safety laws, regulations, and orders.
Friday, November 07, 2014
Federal Railroad Administrator Joseph C. Szabo today joined Congresswoman Kay Granger in celebrating the re-opening of a 141-year-old railroad interlocking that will improve safety while relieving rail congestion following a multi-million dollar overhaul. The event showcased the type of rail infrastructure improvements that can be made with predictable, dedicated funding.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Federal Railroad Administrator Joseph C. Szabo today joined Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, Senator Dick Durbin and other federal, state and local officials for the dedication of the Englewood Flyover project.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Administrator Szabo delivers remarks at the Englewood Flyover Ribbon Cutting Event in Chicago, IL.
Monday, October 20, 2014
Administrator Szabo delivers remarks to the National Association of Rail Passengers in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Monday, October 20, 2014
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) invites groups of states to submit Statements of Interest and Qualifications for participating in an FRA-led regional rail planning process.
Monday, October 20, 2014
Safety is our number one priority. Battling EVD is a shared responsibility.
Friday, October 17, 2014
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today published its first multi-state plan for a comprehensive, high-performing passenger rail network that will support rail planning in six Southwestern states over the next 35 years. This is the first multi-state rail planning effort FRA has embarked upon, making it a model for future regional planning efforts.
Friday, October 17, 2014
A regional rail plan serves several purposes: First, it identifies and describes a common, long-term vision for regional passenger rail service and the required infrastructure network based on existing conditions, projections of future travel demand, and the optimal role for rail service in a multi-modal transportation context. Secondly, it identifies the potential institutional arrangements, financial requirements, and planning and development activities needed to achieve the vision.
Friday, October 17, 2014
The report of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives (H.R. Report No. 110-238) for the U.S. Department of Transportation directed the Secretary of Transportation (Secretary) to submit a report to the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations that summarizes the capital investment needs of Class II and Class III railroads and the extent to which such needs are met by sources other than the Federal government.
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Administrator Szabo meets with the 96th Annual Railway Tie Association in Orlando, FL.
Thursday, October 16, 2014
The FRA’s report on the focused safety assessment of the Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation
Thursday, October 09, 2014
Administator Szabo speaks to the Southwest Chief Commission in Pueblo, CO.
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