FRAProposed Rule
Regulatory Relief from Locomotive Horn Sounding Pattern at Public Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
TransportationEnvironment
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Summary
The Federal Railroad Administration is proposing to allow trains to use different horn sounding patterns at railroad crossings where roads meet tracks. This change could reduce noise in nearby communities while still maintaining safety at these crossings.
Key Points
- 1Trains would be allowed to use alternative horn patterns instead of the standard loud, continuous horn at public highway-rail crossings
- 2The goal is to decrease noise pollution in residential and commercial areas near railroad tracks
- 3Safety remains the priority—any alternative horn patterns must still effectively warn drivers and pedestrians of approaching trains
- 4The public has until September 3, 2025 to submit comments on whether this is a good idea
- 5This affects railroad companies, communities near train tracks, and drivers who regularly cross railroad intersections
Key Dates
Published
July 1, 2025
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