FRAFinal Rule

Repealing a Redundant Reporting Requirement

Transportation

Summary

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is eliminating a redundant reporting requirement that railroads no longer need to follow. This streamlines railroad regulations by removing paperwork that duplicates information already being reported elsewhere, reducing unnecessary burden on railroad companies.

Key Points

  • 1The FRA is removing a reporting requirement that was repetitive and no longer serves a practical purpose
  • 2Railroads will no longer need to submit certain duplicate reports, saving them time and administrative costs
  • 3This change simplifies federal regulations without compromising safety or public oversight
  • 4The eliminated requirement was likely replaced by other reporting mechanisms that already capture the same information
  • 5This rule takes effect as of the publication date, June 1, 2025

Key Dates

Published

July 1, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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