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DOT/FRA RIN: 2130-AC21 Publication ID: Fall 2010 
Title: Restriction of Improper Use of Cellular Telephones and Other Electronic and Electrical Devices 
Abstract: This rulemaking would restrict railroad operating employees from improperly using cellular telephones and other distracting electronic and electrical devices. 
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 220   
Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461    49 CFR 1.49    49 USC 20102 to 20103, 20107, 21301, 21304    PL 110–432, Div A, 122 Stat 4848 et seq    Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008    sec 405 (49 USC 20162)   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action Effective  03/28/2010    
NPRM  05/18/2010  75 FR 27672   
NPRM Comment Period End  06/17/2010    
Final Rule  09/27/2010  75 FR 59580   
Final Rule Effective  03/28/2011    
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