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Caltrans receives $55 million to reduce congestion, improve Safety on intercity rail corridor
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on Aug. 31 awarded three grants totaling $55 million to reduce congestion and increase safety on the Pacific Surfliner intercity rail corridor between Los Angeles and San Diego, according to Caltrans. “More Californians are choosing trains for travel and Caltrans is committed to ensuring a safe ride for all our […]
August 31, 2011
Roadbuilding
LaHood proposes changes to FRA regs
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has proposed changes to the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) regulations governing the installation of positive train control (PTC) systems. The amendments will provide greater flexibility to railroads and FRA in assessing the need for PTC without adversely affecting the safety of America’s rail lines. “Ensuring the safety of our railroads […]
August 24, 2011
Business
LaHood proposes changes to FRA regs
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has proposed changes to the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) regulations governing the installation of positive train control (PTC) systems. The amendments will provide greater flexibility to railroads and FRA in assessing the need for PTC without adversely affecting the safety of America’s rail lines. “Ensuring the safety of our railroads […]
August 24, 2011
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