WASHINGTON, Aug. 3 -- Federal Railroad Administration has issued a proposed rule called: High-Speed Train Noise Emission Standards.
The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on Aug. 3 by David A. Fink, Administrator.
Summary: This NPRM seeks to amend the noise emission regulations to address the unique noise emission characteristics of trains operating at speeds exceeding 160 miles per hour (mph). Specifically, the proposed regulation would provide an alternative standard for noise emissions from train operations exceeding 160 mph, up to 220 mph, and also provide a special approval process for noise emissions from train operations exceeding 220 mph. This alternative noise emission standard and compliance process would effect...