Transit Feds Urge Quick Fixes for Deadly Track Trespasses
Published Date: 12/2/2025
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The Federal Transit Administration wants rail safety teams to step up and stop people from trespassing and hurting themselves on train tracks. Rail agencies must find risks, plan fixes, and check if those fixes work, then report their progress within 180 days. This means safer trains and fewer accidents, with clear deadlines to keep everyone on track.
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