Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA)
PHMSA works to protect the American public and the environment by ensuring the safe and secure movement of hazardous materials to industry and consumers by all transportation modes, including the nation's pipelines. Through PHMSA, the Department develops and enforces regulations for the safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of the Nation's 2.3 million mile pipeline transportation system and the nearly one million daily shipments of hazardous materials by land, sea, and air.
Recent Activities Relevant to CI Issues
- 2012 Edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook
- Proposed Rule to Incorporate Miscellaneous Rail Special Permits (HM-216B)
- CI Comments on HM-216B
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) was created by the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 (49 U.S.C. 103, Section 3(e)(1)). The purpose of FRA is to: promulgate and enforce rail safety regulations; administer railroad 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.
Recent Activities Relevant to CI Issues
- Positive Train Control
- Aug. 2011 Proposed Rule to Amend Original PTC Rule
- Joint Comments by CI, ACC and TFI Regarding PTC Amendments
- Peabody Final Report on PTC Analysis-2011 Amended Rule
- May 2012 Final Rule to Amend Original PTC Rule
- One-Time Movement Approvals
