Federal Railroad Administration A branch of the Us Department of Transportation charged with responsibility of administering programs and funding impacting rail transportation
Federal Railroad Administration The oversight agency for all freight and commuter train lines- but not necessarily subways The New York City subway is not subject to FRA regulation The SIRT and PATH systems are, however, because of their (current or former) interconnections with mainline railroad systems
Federal Railroad Administration The FRA is the branch of the DOT that establishes safety standards for rail equipment The FRA deals specifically with transportation policy as it affects the nation's railroads and is responsible for enforcement of rail safety laws Glossary Top