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Headings: U.S. Department of Transportation
U.S. Department of Transportation
Content: improving safety information systems and commercial motor vehicle technologies; strengthening commercial motor vehicle equipment and operating standards; and increasing safety awareness. Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
2010 Budget: $2,705 million
2009 Enacted: $1,798 million
The FRA promotes safe and environmentally sound rail transportation and administers passenger rail programs including the President’s new high-speed rail initiative and grants to Amtrak. The FRA employs safety inspectors to monitor railroad compliance with federally mandated safety standards including track maintenance, inspection standards and operating practices. The FRA conducts research and development tests to evaluate projects in support of its safety mission and to enhance the railroad system as a national transportation resource. Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
2010 Budget: $10,336 million
2009 Enacted: