Norfolk Southern Eyes Belt Line Takeover, Board Reviews

2026-20783, First Student, Inc.-Acquisition of Control-Autumn Transportation Inc. and Ambassador Wheelchair Services, Inc.

First Student, Inc. wants to take control of Autumn Transportation Inc. and Ambassador Wheelchair Services, Inc. by buying all their shares. The Surface Transportation Board is giving a thumbs-up to this deal, but people have until November 23, 2026, to share any concerns. If no one objects, the deal will go through on November 24, 2026, potentially changing how these transportation services operate.

2026-20455, 60-Day Notice of Intent To Seek Extension of Approval: Petitions for Declaratory Order and Petitions for Relief Not Otherwise Specified

The Surface Transportation Board wants to keep collecting info from folks like shippers, railroads, and communities who ask for official decisions to clear up disputes. They’re asking for your thoughts by December 7, 2026, to make sure the process stays smooth and useful. This won’t cost extra money but helps keep things clear and fair for everyone involved.

2026-20456, 60-Day Notice of Intent To Seek Extension of Approval: Classification Index Survey Form

The Surface Transportation Board wants to keep using its Classification Index Survey Form, which helps track railroad info. This affects railroad companies that don’t file the big annual report, and they’ll spend about 24 hours a year filling it out. Comments on this plan are open until December 7, 2026, with no changes or extra costs planned.

2026-20205, Macquarie Infrastructure Partners V GP, LLC, et al.-Control Exemption-Kankakee, Beaverville and Southern Railroad Company

Macquarie Infrastructure Partners V GP and its affiliates are taking control of the Kankakee, Beaverville and Southern Railroad, a freight railroad running about 160 miles in Illinois and Indiana. This change means Pinsly Holdco and Pinsly Railroad Company will now own and operate KBSR, which was previously controlled by the Stroo Family. The deal, agreed on September 16, 2026, expands Macquarie’s rail network without any immediate cost changes announced.

2026-20206, Union Pacific Railroad Company-Discontinuance of Service Exemption-in San Bernardino County, Cal.

Union Pacific Railroad is stopping freight service on a 2.76-mile stretch of track in Rialto, San Bernardino County, because no trains have run there for over two years. This change affects local businesses and residents in zip code 92376 but won’t disrupt other rail traffic. The service stop will take effect November 1, 2026, unless someone steps in to keep it running or files a complaint by early October.

2026-19711, CSX Transportation, Inc.-Abandonment Exemption-in Hamilton County, Ohio

CSX Transportation is planning to stop using about 2 miles of railroad track in Hamilton County, Ohio, because no trains have run there for over two years. This change affects local businesses and workers, but any employees impacted will get special protections. If no one steps up to save the line by October 8, 2026, the closure will go ahead on October 28, 2026.

Previous: 2025-06470, Notice of Intent for Naval Air Station Pensacola Land Exchange

The Navy plans to swap 5.2 acres of underused land at Naval Air Station Pensacola with Escambia County for a special easement on 31.15 acres nearby. This trade helps protect military training by limiting nearby development that could cause problems. If you have concerns, you need to speak up by May 1, 2025.

Next: 2025-06473, Agency Information Collection Activities; Approval of an Information Collection Request: Commercial Driver Licensing and Testing Standards

The FMCSA is renewing its approval to collect info from commercial drivers and state agencies to keep driver licensing and testing records accurate and up-to-date. This affects nearly 7.75 million drivers and states, ensuring safety rules are followed without adding new costs or deadlines. Comments on this plan are open until May 16, 2025, so now’s the time to speak up!