Federal Register #FRA-2026-1651

CSX Transportation Inc. Petition for Waiver of Compliance to FRA

This notice from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under the Department of Transportation, announces a petition by CSX Transportation Inc. (CSXT) for a waiver of compliance from federal railroad safety regulations. - Government buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) - Petitioning entity: - CSX Transportation Inc. (CSXT) - Request details: - CSXT seeks a waiver from 49 CFR 232.213, which covers brake system safety standards for extended haul trains - The waiver would allow CSXT to operate certain extended haul trains up to 1,785 miles - Trains must receive a Class 1 brake test and mechanical inspection by a qualified mechanical inspector before departure - Operations must occur on approved routes equipped with wayside detectors - No products, OEMs, or vendors are mentioned - The FRA is soliciting public comments on the petition - No procurement of products or services is involved in this notice

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CSX Transportation Inc. (CSXT) has petitioned the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for relief from certain regulations concerning tests and inspections of extended haul trains. Specifically, CSXT seeks relief from the requirements of 49 CFR 232.213 to continue operating certain extended haul trains up to a maximum of 1,785 miles with specified inspection requirements. The petition proposes that trains receive a Class 1 brake test and mechanical inspection by a qualified mechanical inspector prior to each train's initial departure on approved routes equipped with wayside detectors. FRA invites public comments on the petition by September 14, 2026.

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