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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8732
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Surface Transportation Board has announced a vacancy on the Passenger Railroad Advisory Committee (PRAC) for a representative from a state that funds intercity passenger rail. They are seeking nominations from the public to fill this position by February 27, 2025. The PRAC advises the Board on topics like improving passenger rail service and reducing conflicts between passenger and freight railroads. Members of the committee serve in a representative capacity and do not receive salaries, but may receive travel reimbursements in cases of hardship.

    Simple Explanation

    The Surface Transportation Board is looking for someone from a state that helps pay for train travel to join a special group that talks about making train travel better. They want people to suggest who should be in this group before the end of February 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8088
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Surface Transportation Board has announced a meeting of the Passenger Rail Advisory Committee (PRAC) on February 11, 2025, at their headquarters in Washington, DC. This committee, established in 2023, is set to discuss how to improve efficiency in passenger rail services, resolve conflicts with freight carriers, and streamline regulatory processes. The meeting is open to the public and will follow federal advisory committee regulations. Members of the public can submit written comments to be considered during the meeting by February 7, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who help make passenger trains better are having a meeting on February 11, 2025, in Washington, DC, and anyone can come and listen. Before the meeting, people can send in their ideas or comments by February 7, 2025.