U.S. Rep. Jeff Denham (CA-10), chairman of the subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials for the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, along with Ranking Member Michael Capuano (MA-7) have announced plans to host a hearing on February 15 addressing Positive Train Control (PTC) implementation.
The committee will hear from several groups and organizations including Amtrak, the National Transportation Safety Board, the Federal Railroad Administration, private rail operators, public transit officials and labor.
“PTC implementation is crucial to the safety of rail transportation for passengers, motorists and pedestrians alike. I look forward to hearing how efforts are progressing nationwide,” said Rep. Denham.
"Periodic updates ensure that everyone is working towards meeting the congressionally imposed deadline for PTC. I look forward to hearing directly from those responsible for implementing PTC on their progress,” said Rep. Capuano.
Additional details will be announced through the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee once they become available.
