The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) has requested an extension of a waiver from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regarding certain regulations on train employees' hours of service. The waiver would allow LIRR employees more flexibility in their work schedules during specific events, like job selections and timetable updates, which occur twice a year. The unions representing the affected employees support this request. The FRA is accepting public comments on this petition until May 30, 2025.
Simple Explanation
The Long Island Rail Road wants more time to let its workers have flexible hours during certain times of the year, and they asked for permission from a government agency. People can tell the government what they think about this until the end of May 2025.