Topic: Federal Railroad Administration
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New Jersey derailment: How safe are hazmat rail shipments? (+video)
The New Jersey derailment on Friday sent tank cars carrying toxic vinyl chloride off a collapsed bridge and into a creek, reviving safety concerns. But hazmat rail accidents are down.
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Focus Obama plan for high-speed rail, after hitting a bump, chugs forward again
High-speed rail plans, announced by the White House in 2009, are back on track after Amtrak commits to upgrades in the Northeast and California approves billions to build new tracks.
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Illinois train explosion: How safe are ethanol tankers?
A freight train that derailed and exploded Friday in Illinois was carrying ethanol. Though rail transport of ethanol has increased dramatically, accidents involving hazardous materials are down.
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Federal, state officials review high speed rail using stimulus funds
As highway funding from the gas tax inevitably declines, revenue sources from high speed rail is being scrutinized. Obama pledged $8 billion in stimulus funds to the technology, of which Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont have received $160 million so far.
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The Monitor's View: A ticket to US bullet trains
The Recovery Act provides $8 billion for high-speed rail – a strong start, but a vision is needed.
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Rule OK’s chemical tankers through cities
The railroad regulation is one of the latest ‘midnight rule changes’ by the outgoing administration.
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