Positive Train Control (PTC): Overview and Policy Issues
Description:
This report gives and overview of the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 and discusses policy issues related to it. Congress passed the Act following several high-profile train accidents; it mandates positive train control (PTC) on many passenger and freight railroads by December 31, 2015.
Date:
July 30, 2012
Creator:
Peters, Jeffrey C. & Frittelli, John
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department