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DOT/FRA RIN: 2130-AB84 Publication ID: Fall 2008 
Title: Regulatory Relief for Electronically Controlled Pneumatic Brake System Implementation 
Abstract: This rulemaking establishes criteria for operating trains equipped with Electronically Controlled Pneumatic Brake System technology. This rulemaking also provides regulatory relief, when necessary, to promote the transition to Electronically Controlled Brake System technology within the rail industry. This rulemaking relates to, but is separate from, the waiver proceeding under Docket No. FRA-2006-26435. 
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)  Priority: Economically Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions 
Major: Yes  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229    49 CFR 232    49 CFR 238   
Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103    49 USC 20107    49 USC 20302    49 USC 20306    49 USC 20701 to 20702    49 USC 21301 to 21302   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  09/04/2007  72 FR 50820   
NPRM Comment Period End  11/05/2007  72 FR 50820   
Final Rule  10/16/2008  73 FR 61512   
Final Rule Effective  12/15/2008    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov   Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov  
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Kathryn Gresham
Trial Attorney
Department of Transportation
Federal Railroad Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE,
Washington, DC 20590
Phone:202 493-6063
Email: kathryn.gresham@dot.gov