New Operator Takes Over Rail Line to Restart Steel Mill

2026-12859 — TBL Group, Inc.-Acquisition of Control-Escot Bus Lines, L.L.C.

TBL Group, a big player in bus services, wants to take control of Escot Bus Lines, a company that runs passenger buses across states. The Surface Transportation Board is giving a thumbs-up to this deal, as long as no one objects by July 27, 2026. If all goes well, TBL Group will keep running Escot’s bus services without interruption, starting July 28, 2026.

2026-12858 — Seminole Gulf Railway, L.P.-Abandonment Exemption-in Lee and Collier Counties, Fla.

Seminole Gulf Railway is planning to stop using a railroad line running through parts of Lee and Collier Counties, Florida, because no trains have run there since 2008. This change affects local freight stations and could free up the land for other uses. If no one steps up with financial help or special requests by early to mid-July 2026, the railroad will officially close the line by July 26.

2026-12891 — Indexing the Annual Operating Revenues of Railroads

The Surface Transportation Board updated the money limits that decide how railroads are grouped based on their yearly earnings, making sure inflation doesn’t mess with the numbers. This change affects all railroads starting January 1, 2025, helping them know if they need to follow certain reporting rules. Bigger railroads might see their classification shift, but it’s all about keeping things fair and clear as prices change over time.

2026-12764 — Flixbus SE, Flix North America Inc., and Greyhound Lines, Inc.-Control-Greyhound Midwest Bus LLC

Flixbus SE, Flix North America, and Greyhound are teaming up to keep control of a new bus company called Greyhound Midwest Bus LLC. The government is giving a thumbs-up to this plan, as long as no one objects by August 10, 2026. This move helps keep bus travel smooth and connected across the U.S., with no extra costs announced yet.

2026-12639 — John Mclaughlin, Tim Mclaughlin, and Valley Bus, LLC-Acquisition of Control-Valley Bus Coaches, Valley Bus Grand Forks, LLC, West Fargo Bus Company, LLC And T&J Ventures, LLC

John and Tim McLaughlin, along with Valley Bus, LLC, want to take control of four bus companies: Valley Bus Coaches, Valley Bus Grand Forks, West Fargo Bus Company, and T&J Ventures. The Surface Transportation Board is giving a thumbs-up to this deal unless someone objects by August 10, 2026. If all goes smoothly, the change will take effect on August 11, 2026, with no extra costs announced.

2026-12416 — Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway-Construction and Operation Exemption-In Webb County, Tex.

Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway got the green light to build and run a new 13,700-foot rail line in Webb County, Texas, inside a big new industrial park. This new track will help move goods faster for local businesses, with Iron Horse Resources set to operate the trains. The project passed environmental checks and should start soon, boosting the area's logistics without crossing public roads or causing major disruptions.

Previous: 2026-12863 — Notice of Scope Ruling Applications Filed in Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Proceedings

The U.S. Department of Commerce is checking if certain products fall under special import taxes called antidumping and countervailing duties. Companies filed requests in April 2026 asking for these checks, which could affect import costs and trade rules. If you’re involved in importing or exporting, keep an eye out for decisions starting June 26, 2026, that might change what’s taxed and how much.

Next: 2026-12865 — Nilsine Partners NP1X Fund and Nilsine Partners, LLC

Nilsine Partners NP1X Fund and Nilsine Partners, LLC asked the SEC for permission to offer different types of shares with fees based on assets, plus early withdrawal charges. This affects investors in these funds by potentially changing how fees work and when they pay them. The SEC will decide by July 20, 2026, unless someone asks for a hearing.