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DOT/FRA RIN: 2130-AA71 Publication ID: Fall 2002 
Title: Whistle Bans at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings 
Abstract: This action would govern when train whistles at grade crossings must be sounded. FRA has found that failing to use the locomotive horn can significantly increase the number of collisions with motorists using the crossing. This action is considered significant because of substantial public interest. This action is being taken pursuant to statutory mandate. FRA studied the consequences of the proposed action and prepared a draft 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: Final Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 222   
Legal Authority: 49 USC 20153   
Legal Deadline:
Action Source Description Date
Final  Statutory  subsequent enactment prohibited issuance prior to July 1, 2001.  11/02/1996 
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  01/13/2000  65 FR 2230   
NPRM Comment Period End  05/26/2000    
Final Rule  04/00/2003    
Additional Information: An Omnibus Bill at the end of the 106th Congress prohibited publication of a final rule before July 2001.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes  Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State 
Small Entities Affected: Businesses  Federalism: Yes 
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