Federal Register #2130-0545

FRA Request for Public Comment on Passenger Train Emergency Preparedness Information Collection

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comment on its proposed information collection activities related to passenger train emergency preparedness. - Government Buyer: - Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Soliciting feedback on regulatory requirements for passenger train emergency preparedness - Activities Covered: - Preparation, adoption, and implementation of emergency preparedness plans by railroads - Employee instruction and training - Recordkeeping and reporting - Maintaining emergency contact information - Conducting debrief and critique sessions after emergencies or simulations - Filing emergency preparedness plans and amendments - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement for products or services - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with federal standards for emergency preparedness (49 CFR part 239) - Regular reporting and recordkeeping by affected railroads - Estimated annual responses and burden hours provided for information collection - No products or services are being purchased; the notice pertains to regulatory compliance and information collection only.

Description

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is seeking approval for an Information Collection Request (ICR) related to passenger train emergency preparedness under 49 CFR part 239. The regulations require railroads to prepare, adopt, and implement emergency preparedness plans and instruct employees on these plans. The notice invites public comment on the necessity, burden estimates, and ways to improve the information collection process. Comments are due by November 16, 2026.

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