Safe Freight Act of 2017

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, The National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4629, Save Our Communities from Risky Trains Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3148 Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017 - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4766, Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018 - bill in its entirety; H.R. 6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Sec. 407; H.R. 7076, Oil and Flammable Material Rail Transportation Safety Act - bill in its entirety; H. Res. 1081, Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2018, as Rail Safety Week in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries - bill in its entirety; S. Res. 660, Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2018, as Rail Safety Week in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; S. 2360, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; Issues related to international crew interchanges; Issues related to railroad emergency response contractor hours of service; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,169,347 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to passenger and commuter rail operations; issues related to permit reform, including S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. and permit reforms included as part of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA); H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017.; Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 and related activities; S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017; Monitored STB proceedings including nominations and those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704); Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017; Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act; Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017; Issues pertaining to the transportation of energy products; Issues pertaining to truck weight limits; Issues pertaining to railroad safety, including positive train control implementation and H.R. 4766, the Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018; issues pertaining to commercial drivers and hours of service, including those overseen by FMCSA

Client expense: $410,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

H.R. 233/S. 2360 - The Safe Freight Act. H.R. 3053 - The Nuclear Waste Policy Amendments Act of 2018. H.R. 3148 - To amend Title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. H.R. 4766 - Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018. S. 2848 - To improve Department of Transportation controlled substances and alcohol testing, and for other purposes. S. 2861 - Passenger Rail Crew Protection Parity Act: To prosecute, as a federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long trains). Amtrak Funding FY 18 Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 19 Funding.

Client expense: $287,006 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Rail issues before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Senate Commerce Committee, and Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Positive Train Control implementation schedules and requirements. S.1451 the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act. H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act of 2017.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) S 2360 - Safe Freight Act (oppose) HR 4766 - A bill to prohibit further extensions of Positive Train Control (oppose) HR 7076 - The Oil & Flammable Material Rail Transportation Safety Act bill to reinstate ECP brake requirements on high-hazard flammable unit trains operating over 30 MPH (oppose) Various issues related to Positive Train Control (monitor) Issues regarding cross border rail traffic between the US and Mexico (monitor)

Client expense: $1,032,966 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues related to FAST Act; Issues related to increasing truck size and weight; Issues related to safety technology; Issues related to rail operations and service; Issues related to trade/NAFTA; Issues related to modal equity and transportation funding; Issues related to Passenger rail service; Issues related to rail labor; Issues related to hours of service requirements for railroad response vehicles; Issues related to hours of service maintenance of way employees. HR233 and S2360 Safe Freight Act (2 man crew); HR6027 and S3023 THUD Appropriations Act, railroad grade crossings.

Client expense: $499,431 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE

Issues related to the FAST Act; Issues related to increasing truck size and weight; Issues related to safety technology; Issues related to rail operations and service; Issues related to trade/NAFTA; Issues related to modal equity and transportation funding; Issues related to Passenger rail service; Issues related to rail labor; S. 1233 Rail Shippers Fairness Act; S. 145` Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership Act. Issues related to hours of service requirements for railroad response vehicles; Issues related to hours of service maintenance of way employees. HR233 and S2360 Safe Freight Act (2 man crew); HR6027 and S3023 THUD Appropriations Act; railroad grade crossings.

Client expense: $464,634 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE

Mexican train crews operating in the United States; S. 2360'H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $45,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, The National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4629, Save Our Communities from Risky Trains Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3148 Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017 - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4766, Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018 - bill in its entirety; H.R. 6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Sec. 407; H. Res. 1081, Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2018, as Rail Safety Week in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries - bill in its entirety; S. Res. 660, Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2018, as Rail Safety Week in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; S. 2360, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; Issues related to international crew interchanges; Issues related to railroad emergency response contractor hours of service; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,148,840 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. Issues pertaining to preserving balanced economic regulation. Issues pertaining to Positive Train Control. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 2360, Safe Freight Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. Issues related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $850,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) S 2360 - Safe Freight Act (oppose) HR 4766 - A bill to prohibit further extensions of Positive Train Control (oppose) Various issues related to Positive Train Control (monitor) Issues regarding cross border rail traffic between the US and Mexico (monitor)

Client expense: $1,059,888 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to passenger and commuter rail operations; issues related to permit reform, including S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. and permit reforms included as part of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA); H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017.; Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 and related activities; S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017; Monitored STB proceedings including nominations and those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704); Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017; Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act; Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017; Issues pertaining to the transportation of energy products; Issues pertaining to truck weight limits; Issues pertaining to railroad safety, including positive train control implementation and H.R. 4766, the Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018; issues pertaining to commercial drivers and hours of service, including those overseen by FMCSA

Client expense: $570,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

H.R. 233/S. 2360 - The Safe Freight Act. H.R. 721/S. 407 - The Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act. H.R. 3053 - The Nuclear Waste Policy Amendments Act of 2018. H.R. 3148 - To amend Title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. H.R. 4766 - Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018. S. 2848 - To improve Department of Transportation controlled substances and alcohol testing, and for other purposes. S. 2861 - Passenger Rail Crew Protection Parity Act: To prosecute, as a federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long Trains). Amtrak FY18 Funding. Rail Security Issues. Railroad Training Program for frontline employees. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 19 Funding.

Client expense: $354,807 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to the FAST Act; Issues related to increasing truck size and weight; Issues related to safety technology; Issues related to rail operations and service; Issues related to trade/NAFTA; Issues related to modal equity and transportation funding; Issues related to Passenger rail service; Issues related to rail labor; S. 1233 Rail Shippers Fairness Act; S. 145` Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership Act. Issues related to hours of service requirements for railroad response vehicles; Issues related to hours of service maintenance of way employees. HR233 and S2360 Safe Freight Act (2 man crew); HR6027 and S3023 THUD Appropriations Act; railroad grade crossings.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE

Issues related to the FAST Act; Issues related to increasing truck size and weight; Issues related to safety technology; Issues related to rail operations and service; Issues related to trade/NAFTA; Issues related to modal equity and transportation funding; Issues related to Passenger rail service; Issues related to rail labor; S. 1233 Rail Shippers Fairness Act; S. 145` Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership Act. Issues related to hours of service requirements for railroad response vehicles; Issues related to hours of service maintenance of way employees. HR233 and S2360 Safe Freight Act (2 man crew); HR6027 and S3023 THUD Appropriations Act; railroad grade crossings.

Client expense: $503,840 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 2360, Safe Freight Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. Discussions related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $755,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, The National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4629, Save Our Communities from Risky Trains Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3148 Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017 - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4766, Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018 - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; S. 2360, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,205,210 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to passenger and commuter rail operations; issues related to permit reform, including S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. and permit reforms included as part of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA); H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017.; Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 and related activities; S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017; Monitored STB proceedings including nominations and those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704); Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017; Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act; Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017; Issues pertaining to the transportation of energy products; Issues pertaining to truck weight limits including in the THUD Appropriations subcommittees; Issues pertaining to railroad safety, including positive train control implementation and H.R. 4766, the Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018; issues pertaining to commercial drivers and hours of service, including those overseen by FMCSA

Client expense: $470,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) S 2360 - Safe Freight Act (oppose) HR 4766 - A bill to prohibit further extensions of Positive Train Control (oppose) Various issues related to Positive Train Control

Client expense: $985,181 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R.233/S.2360 - The Safe Freight Act. H.R.721/S.407 - The Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act. H.R.3148 - To amend Title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. H.R.4766 - Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018. S.2848 - To improve Department of Transportation controlled substances and alcohol testing, and for other purposes. S.2861 - Passenger Rail Crew Protection Parity Act: To prosecute, as a federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long trains). Amtrak FY 18 Funding. Rail Security Issues - Railroad Training Program for frontline employees. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 19 Funding.

Client expense: $316,229 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. Discussions related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $1,370,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. Discussions related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $1,360,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, The National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4629, Save Our Communities from Risky Trains Act - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; S. 2360, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,214,592 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233 - The Safe Freight Act/S. 2360. H.R. 721/S.407 - The Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE)Act. H.R. 1093 - To require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies. H.R. 3148 - To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. S. 1451 - RAILS ACT (Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act) - To facilitate and promote innovative approaches to railroad safety, and for other purposes. S.1883/H.R. 3882 - A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to publish a final rule to provide for the screening, testing, and treatment for sleep disorders of individuals operating commercial vehicles. H.R. 4766 - Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018. Bill Number Not Known: To prosecute, as a Federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long trains) Amtrak FY 18 Funding. Rail Security Issues - Railroad Training Program for frontline employees. Federal Railroad Administrator Nomination. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 18 Funding.

Client expense: $426,239 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues pertaining to passenger and commuter rail operations. Issues related to permit reform, including S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017. Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 and related activities. S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017. Monitored STB proceedings including those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704). Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017. Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act. Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017. Issues pertaining to the transportation of energy products Issues pertaining to truck weight limits including in the THUD Appropriations subcommittees Issues pertaining to railroad safety, including positive train control implementation and H.R. 4766, the Positive Train Control Implementation and Financing Act of 2018

Client expense: $480,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) S 2360 - Safe Freight Act (oppose) HR 4766 - A bill to prohibit further extensions of Positive Train Control (oppose) Various issues related to Positive Train Control

Client expense: $1,031,328 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233/S. 2360 - Safe Freight Act Matters related to freight rail issues, truck weight, DOT nominations, and sleep apnea

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), SENATE

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) Various issues relating to the 1875 Railway Right of Way

Client expense: $1,281,201 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

RAILS Act HR 233 Safe Freight Act Hazmat - appropriate placarding Rail worker training requirements Railroad Retirement Benefits, program integrity efforts Background checks/threat assessments, legislation and amendment Security training for frontline workers Rail Safety Enforcement Act High-Speed Rail Amtrak Funding Fatigue Management Operating Crew Size Safe Transport of Hazardous Materials Rail Labor Protections Amtrak Food and Beverage Service Railroad Retirement/Occupational Disability Amtrak Board Nominations Positive Train Control Hours of Service Railroad Retirement Board Nominations

Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.2997, 21st Century AIRR Act, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. Discussions related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $710,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Reform and Permitting. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.2997, 21st Century AIRR Act, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aerial systems; tower marking issues. Discussions surrounding Federal Railroad Administrator nomination. Discussions surrounding National Mediation Board nominations.

Client expense: $760,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Reform and Permitting. Issues pertaining to Railroad Rights-of-Way. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.2997, 21st Century AIRR Act, all matters pertaining to unmanned aerial systems; tower marking issues. S.1405 - Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aerial systems; tower marking issues.

Client expense: $740,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, The National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; H.R. 4629, Save Our Communities from Risky Trains Act - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,202,527 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Permit Reform. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Improvement. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.2997, 21st Century AIRR Act, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. Discussions related to federal transportation-related nominations.

Client expense: $680,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Support S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. Oppose H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017. Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015. Opposed S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017. Monitored STB proceedings including those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704). Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017. Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act. Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017. Oppose efforts to increase truck weight limits.

Client expense: $420,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) Various issues relating to the 1875 Railway Right of Way

Client expense: $1,033,438 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233 - The Safe Freight Act. H.R. 721/S.407 - The Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act. H.R. 1093 - To require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies. H.R. 3148 - To amend Title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. S. 1451 - RAILS ACT (Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act) - To facilitate and promote innovative approaches to railroad safety, and for other purposes. S. 1883/H.R. 3882 - A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to publish a final rule to provide for the screening, testing, and treatment for sleep disorders of individuals operating commercial vehicles. Bill Number Unknown - To prosecute, as a federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long trains). Amtrak FY 18 Funding. Rail Security Issues - Railroad Training Program for frontline employees. Nomination of the Federal Railroad Administrator. Amtrak Board of Directors Nomination. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 18 Funding. H.R. 1 - An Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018. (Railroad Retirement) (Railroad Unemployment and Sickness Benefits).

Client expense: $354,041 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; H.R. 3769, the National Freight Mobility Infrastructure Fund - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,023,203 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Issues pertaining to Passenger Rail. Issues pertaining to Railroad Safety. Issues pertaining to Regulatory Reform and Permitting. H.R.233, Safe Freight Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to the railroad. S. 1451, RAILS Act, all matters pertaining to the railroad. H.R.2997, 21st Century AIRR Act, all matters pertaining to unmanned aircraft systems; tower marking issues. S.1405, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2017, all matters pertaining to unmanned aerial systems; tower marking issues. Discussions surrounding Federal Railroad Administrator nomination. Discussions surrounding National Mediation Board nominations.

Client expense: $730,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Support S.1451, the Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act or RAILS Act. Oppose H.R. 233, the Safe Freight Act, mandating a minimum size of crews of freight trains. Also monitored the FRA Train Crew Staffing Rule (FRA-2014-0033). Also monitoring developments of H.R. 3148, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017. Monitored issues related to balanced economic railroad regulation, including the implementation of S. 808 (114th Congress), the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015. Opposed S.1233, the Rail Shipper Fairness Act of 2017. Monitored STB proceedings including those regarding revenue adequacy (EP722), forced access (EP711), and commodity exemptions (EP704). Monitored legislation pertaining to executive regulations, and supported measures to address regulatory overreach such as H.R. 26, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2017. Monitored H.R.3116, the MOTION (Moving Obstructed Trains In-between Openings Now) Act Monitored H.R.3769, the Freight Infrastructure Reinvestment Act of 2017

Client expense: $330,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB)

H.R.233 - Safe Freight Act. H.R.721/S.407 - Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy Act or the BRACE Act. H.R.1093 - To require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies. H.R.3148 - Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2017. To amend 49 U.S.C. to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. S.1451 - RAILS Act (Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act) - To facilitate and promote innovative approaches to railroad safety, and for other purposes. S.1883/H.R.3882 - A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to publish a final rule to provide for the screening, testing, and treatment for sleep disorders of individuals operating commercial vehicles. Bill Number Not Known - To prosecute, as a federal crime, the assault or intimidation of a passenger train member to the same extent as such actions against aircraft crew members are prosecuted. Rail Safety Issues - (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) (Long trains). Amtrak FY 2018 Funding. Rail Security Issues. Federal Railroad Administration Administrator Nomination. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. National Mediation Board FY 2018 Funding.

Client expense: $402,539 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

HR 1093 - Requires FRA and FTA to notify Congress for safety audit (monitor) HR 2223 - To provide for a rail spill preparedness fund and for other purposes (monitor) S 1233 - A bill to improve efficiency & reliability of rail transportation by reforming the Surface Transportation Board (oppose) S 1451 - A bill to facilitate & promote innovative approaches to rail safety (support) HR 233 - Mandate crew sizes (oppose) Various issues relating to the 1875 Railway Right of Way

Client expense: $1,033,513 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

RAILS Act HR 233 Safe Freight Act Hazmat - appropriate placarding Rail worker training requirements Railroad Retirement Benefits, program integrity efforts Background checks/threat assessments, legislation and amendment Security training for frontline workers Rail Safety Enforcement Act High-Speed Rail Amtrak Funding Fatigue Management Operating Crew Size Safe Transport of Hazardous Materials Rail Labor Protections Amtrak Food and Beverage Service Railroad Retirement/Occupational Disability Amtrak Board Nominations Positive Train Control Hours of Service Railroad Retirement Board Nominations

Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

H.R. 233, Safe Freight Act - bill in its entirety; H.R. 988, a bill to provide for a study by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies on the impact of diverting certain freight rail traffic to avoid urban areas, and for other purposes - bill in its entirety; H.R. 1093, a bill to require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies - bill in its entirety; S. 1451, Railroad Advancement of Innovation Reform and Leadership with Rails (RAILS) - bill in its entirety; Issues related to the federal design standards for railroad tank cars; Issues related to preserving balance economic regulation of the railroad industry; Issues related to the reauthorization of Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432); Issues related to the reauthorization of the Passenger Rail Investment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432).

Client expense: $1,207,951 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 233 - The Safe Freight Act. H.R. 721/S.407 - The Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE)Act H.R. 1093 - To require the Federal Railroad Administration and the Federal Transit Authority to provide appropriate Congressional notice of safety audits conducted with respect to railroads and rail transit agencies. H.R. 3148 - To amend Title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on duty hours for yardmaster employees, and for other purposes. S. 1451 - RAIL ACT (Railroad Advancement of Innovation and Leadership with Safety Act). To facilitate and promote innovative approaches to railroad safety, and for other purposes. Rail Safety Issues (Oil derailments) (ECP Brakes) Amtrak FY 18 Funding. National Mediation Board FY 18 Funding.

Client expense: $425,849 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE