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What it does
The Federal Railroad Administration was created pursuant to section 3(e)(1) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 (49 U.S.C. 103). The purpose of the Administration is to promulgate and enforce rail safety regulations, administer railroad financial assistance programs, conduct research and development in support of improved railroad safety and national rail transportation policy, provide for the rehabilitation of Northeast Corridor rail passenger service, and consolidate government support of rail transportation activities.
Where it sits
A component of Transportation Department.
Recent actions
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)
Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program; Ohio Department of Transportation Audit Report
Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request
Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request
Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request
Notice of Petition for Waiver of Compliance
Notice of Application for Approval of Discontinuance or Modification of a Railroad Signal System
Notice of Petition for Modification of Waiver of Compliance