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DOT/FRA RIN: 2130-AA71 Publication ID: Fall 1998 
Title: Whistle Bans at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings 
Abstract: This action would govern the use of train whistles at grade crossings. This action is considered significant because of substantial public interest. This action is being taken pursuant to statutory mandate. FRA has issued notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the proposed rule. 
Agency: Department of Transportation(DOT)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 222   
Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103   
Legal Deadline:
Action Source Description Date
Final  Statutory    11/02/1998 
Final  Statutory    11/02/1996 
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Notice of Intent to Prepare EIS  05/26/1998  63 FR 28549   
NPRM  12/00/1998    
Additional Information: ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined  Government Levels Affected: Local, State 
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
Kathryn Shelton
Trial Attorney
Department of Transportation
Federal Railroad Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590
Phone:202 493-6063
Email: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov