Business · 25/01/2011Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FRA to Host Public Meeting on Improving Railroad Safety of Hazardous Materials

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The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is hosting a public meeting in Washington, DC, to gather input on its process for issuing movement approvals for hazardous materials, as part of a comprehensive review aimed at enhancing railroad safety.

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