PATH Tinkers with Train Safety, Asks for Your Two Cents
Published Date: 7/18/2025
Notice
Summary
PATH wants to update its safety plan for the Positive Train Control system that helps keep trains safe. This change affects PATH trains and riders, and the public can share their thoughts before the FRA decides. The update aims to keep trains running safely and smoothly without extra costs right now.
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PATH seeks PTC safety-plan amendment
On July 8, 2025, PATH asked to change its Positive Train Control safety plan. The change affects PATH trains and riders and is meant to keep trains running safely and smoothly, and the notice says there are no extra costs right now. The Federal Railroad Administration is publishing the request and inviting public comment before it decides.
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