MARQUE LEDOUX

Issues related to international trade Issues related to USMCA

Issues related to the FY20 Transportation Housing and Urban Development (and Related Agencies Appropriations). Issues related to the inclusion of amendments or provisions pertaining to truck configuration and truck capacity increases.

Issues related to international trade and the transport of international (imported or exported) goods. Issues related to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Issues related to steel and aluminum tariffs. Issues related to cross-border train operations, such as H.R. 3896

Issues related to international trade and the transport of international (imported or exported) goods. Issues related to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Issues related to steel and aluminum tariffs. Issues related to cross-border train operations, such as H.R. 3896

Issues related to railroad emergency response contractor hours of service. Issues related to RSIA of 2008, including positive train control. Issues related to mandated crew consist, such as H.R. 1748 and S.1979 [the Safe Freight Act]. Issues related to the preservation of balanced economic rail regulation. Issues related to railroad tank car design standards and rail-car manufacturer ownership. Issues related to passenger rail and commuter rail operations. Issues related to highway-rail grade crossings, including S.713, the Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety Act of 2019. Issues related to electronically controlled pneumatic brakes.

Issues related to railroad emergency response contractor hours of service. Issues related to RSIA of 2008, including positive train control. Issues related to mandated crew consist, such as H.R. 1748 and S.1979 [the Safe Freight Act]. Issues related to the preservation of balanced economic rail regulation. Issues related to railroad tank car design standards and rail-car manufacturer ownership. Issues related to passenger rail and commuter rail operations. Issues related to highway-rail grade crossings, including S.713, the Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Safety Act of 2019. Issues related to electronically controlled pneumatic brakes.

Issues related to international trade and the transport of international (imported or exported) goods. Issues related to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Issues related to steel and aluminum tariffs.

Issues pertaining to tax reform and other corporate tax issues, including H.R. 721 and S. 407, the Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act; S.2256, the Tax Extender Act of 2017 and provisions pertaining to railroad track maintenance.

Issues related to trade and tariffs, including the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), other multinational and bilateral trade agreements; issues related to USTR tariff exemptions

The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, including issues pertaining to unmanned aerial vehicles; Issues pertaining to tower markings along railroad right-of-way or on railroad property; Issues pertaining to NTSB and rail safety advisory committees in the FAA Rauthorization Act of 2018; Monitored H.R.2997, the 21st Century AIRR Act; Monitored H.R.2930, the Drone Innovation Act of 2017; Monitored S.1272, the Drone Federalism Act of 2017

Issues related to trade and tariffs, including the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and other multinational and bilateral trade agreements; issues related to USTR tariff exemptions

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

Monitored activity of H.R.2997, the 21st Century AIRR Act, and language pertaining to Sec. 2110 of PL 114-190 (the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016) with attention to provisions including structures (towers) between 50 feet and 200 feet in height such as those necessary to fulfill requirements of 49 CFR 236.1005 (positive train control). Monitored H.R.2930, the Drone Innovation Act of 2017 Monitored S.1272, the Drone Federalism Act of 2017

Supported H.R. 721 and S. 407, the Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act. Support a lower corporate tax rate via corporate tax reform and monitored other provisions such as bonus depreciation. Monitored the proceedings of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and supported the lowered corporate tax rate included in the legislation.

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

Monitored activity of H.R.2997, the 21st Century AIRR Act, and language pertaining to Sec. 2110 of PL 114-190 (the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016) with attention to provisions including structures (towers) between 50 feet and 200 feet in height such as those necessary to fulfill requirements of 49 CFR 236.1005 (positive train control). Monitored H.R.2930, the Drone Innovation Act of 2017 Monitored S.1272, the Drone Federalism Act of 2017

Monitored "Clean Power Plan"/greenhouse gas emission developments for existing (40 CFR 60) and new (79 FR 2429) power plants, and other coal-related issues. Monitored discussions involving the Renewable Fuel Standard and Point of Obligation changes at the Environmental Protection Agency.

Monitored FY2018 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, appropriations process while opposing policy changes/riders to increase truck weights.

Monitored "Clean Power Plan"/greenhouse gas emission developments for existing (40 CFR 60) and new (79 FR 2429) power plants.

Monitored activity of H.R.2997, the 21st Century AIRR Act, and language pertaining to Sec. 2110 of PL 114-190 (the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016) with attention to provisions including structures (towers) between 50 feet and 200 feet in height such as those necessary to fulfill requirements of 49 CFR 236.1005 (positive train control).

Supported H.R. 721 and S. 407, the Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy (BRACE) Act. Support a lower corporate tax rate via corporate tax reform and monitored other provisions such as bonus depreciation.

Monitored implementation of Sec. 2110 of PL 114-190 (the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016), and provisions pertaining to structures (towers) between 50 feet and 200 feet in height such as those necessary to fulfill requirements of 49 CFR 236.1005 (positive train control).

S.808 (PL 114-110),"Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Monitored implementation and other proceedings at the Surface Transportation Board including "Revenue Adequacy"(EP 722),"Competitive Switching"(EP711),and "Commodity Exemptions"(EP 704). H.R. 22,"FAST Act,"(PL114-94): Monitored Title VII, particularly sections 7311 (ECP Brake Study); 7305 (Thermal Blankets); 7306 (Top Fittings for Tank Cars); and DOT rulemaking on Flammable Materials and Operating Practices(PHMSA-2012-0082). Opposed H.R.1763,"Safe Freight Act", and FRA's Train Crew Staffing (FRA-2014-0033) rule to require two-person crews. S.546,"Railroad Emergency Service Preparedness, Operation Needs, and Safety Evaluation Act"(RESPONSE Act). Monitored.

H.R.5303, S.2848, S.612:"Water Resource Development Act (WRDA)Re-authorization." and "Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation Act (WIIN). Supported amendments to Section 214 of WRDA to include railroads under authority to expedite the evaluation and processing of permits under the Corp of Engineers regulatory program as included in sections 121 and 1021 of the two bills respectively.

Opposed EPA's "Clean Power Plan" for existing (40 CFR 60) and new (79 FR 2429) power plants. S.2012:"Energy Policy Modernization Act" and H.R.8,"North America Energy Security and Infrastructure Act." Monitored bill; opposed Sen. Cantwell amendment included in Section 4408 of S.2012. Supported S.2816, "Diesel Emission Reduction Act," and also included in Section 1313 of S.2012 above.

H.R.5303,S.2848,"Water Resource Development Act (WRDA)Reauthorization." Sought amendments to Section 214 of WRDA to include railroads under authority to expedite the evaluation and processing of permits under the Corp of Engineers regulatory program as included in sections 121 and 1021 of the two bills respectively.

No Bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports lower corporate tax rate. H.R.4626,S.2595,"Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy Act," extend and make permanent the short line tax credit. Supported

EPA's "Clean Power Plan"for existing(40 CFR 60)and new(79 FR 2429)power plants. Opposed. S.2012,"Energy Policy Modernization Act" and H.R.8,"North America Energy Security and Infrastructure Act." Monitored bill,but opposed Cantwell amendment included in Section 4408 of S.2012. S.2816, "Diesel Emission Reduction Act," and also included in Section 1313 of S.2012 above. Supported.

H.R.3488,"Safe,Flexible,Efficient, Trucking Act," allows an increase truck weights to 91,000 pounds. Opposed. Also opposed Baldwin (91,000 pounds)and Hoeven(129,000 pounds)amendments to H.R.2577 to increase truck weights on interstates in their states. H.R. 22 (PL 114-94),"Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act." Monitored implementation of the surface transportation programs in the Act.

No Bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports lower corporate tax rate. H.R.4626,S.2595,"Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy Act," extend and make permanent the short line tax credit. Supported

H.R.5394,S.2844, "Transportation, Housing and Urban Development,and Related Agencies Fiscal 2017." Supported funding for Amtrak, Projects of National Significance (TIGER) grants, grade crossing funding. Opposed amendments to increase truck weights to 91,000 or 129,000 pounds. S.3040,"Labor-HHS Fiscal Year 2014 Appropriations." Supported increased funding for the National Mediation Board.

H.R.3488,"Safe,Flexible,Efficient, Trucking Act," allows an increase truck weights to 91,000 pounds. Opposed. Also opposed Baldwin (91,000 pounds)and Hoeven(129,000 pounds)amendments to H.R.2577 to increase truck weights on interstates in their states. H.R. 22 (PL 114-94),"Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act." Monitored implementation of the surface transportation programs in the Act.

H.R.5303,S.2848,"Water Resource Development Act (WRDA)Reauthorization." Sought amendments to Section 214 of WRDA to include railroads under authority to expedite the evaluation and processing of permits under the Corp of Engineers regulatory program as included in sections 121 and 1021 of the two bills respectively.

S.2644, "Federal Communication Commission Reauthorization Act." Supported amendment(not offered)to exclude from the FCC's environmental and historical reviews the deployment of railroad safety equipment that is not used for railroad operations on rights-of-way.

H.R.3488,"Safe,Flexible,Efficient, Trucking Act." Monitored H.R.3488 and other proposals to increase truck size or weights. H.R. 22 (PL 114-94),"Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act." Monitored implementation of the surface transportation programs in the Act.

No Bill, Corporate Tax Reform. Supports lower corporate tax rate. H.R.4626,S.2595,"Building Rail Access for Customers and the Economy Act." Supported

S.808 (PL 114-110),"Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Monitored its implementation. S.853, "Railroad Shipper Fairness Act." Oppose. H.R. 22,"FAST Act,"(PL114-94) Monitored Title VII, particularly sections:7311 ECP Brake Study;7305 Thermal Blankets;7306 Top Fittings for Tank Cars;and DOT rulemaking on Flammable Materials and Operating Practices(PHMSA-2012-0082). H.R.1763,"Safe Freight Act" and Train Crew Staffing(FRA-2014-0033)rule to require 2-person crews. Opposed. "Railroad Revenue Adequacy"(EP 722),"Cost of Capital"(EP-558),and other proceedings at Surface Transportation Board implementing H.R.808(PL 114-110). Monitored.

H.R.2042(similar S.1324), "Ratepayers Protection Act of 2015." Supports. EPA's "Clean Power Plan"for existing(40 CFR 60)and new(79 FR 2429)power plants. Opposed. H.J. Res. 71 and S.J. Res 23 (new plants) and H.J. Res 72 and S.J. Res 24 (existing plants), Supported these resolutions providing for disapproval under the Congressional Review Act of EPA's regulation of greenhouse gases from new and existing electric generating plants. S.2012,"Energy Policy Modernization Act" and H.R.8,"North America Energy Security and Infrastructure Act." Monitored.

S.754,"Cybersecurity Information Security Act OF 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1560,"Protecting Cyber Networks Act of 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1731,"National Cybersecurity Protection Act of 2015." Monitored. H.R. 2029, Division N "Cybersecurity Act of 2015." Monitored.

S.1634,"Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed.

H.R.22, "Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act" or the "FAST ACT." Supported. H.R.3488,"Safe,Flexible,Efficient, Trucking Act" and similar Ribble amendment to H.R. 22. Opposed. Monitored other proposals to increase truck size or weights.

No Bill, Corporate Tax Reform. Supports lower corporate tax rate. Section 143 of Division Q, Bonus Depreciation, of H.R.2029.Supported. H.R.721,S.637,"Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act." Incorporated into Division Q, Section 162,"Protecting Americans from Tax Hike Act" of H.R. 2029. Supported.

S.1634,"Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed.

S.808, "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Monitored. S.853, "Railroad Shipper Fairness Act." Oppose. S.650, "Railroad Safety & Positive Control Extension Act." Incorporated into Sections 35501-07of H.R. 22,"DRIVE Act." Supported. S.769,"Track,Railroad,and Infrastructure Act." Incorporated into Sections 35501-07 of H.R. 22. Supported. H.R. 749, "Passenger Rail Reform and Investment Act of 2015." Supported. H.R. 22,"Drive Act." Also supported following sections:35432 ECP Brake Study;35432 Thermal Blankets;35436 Recording Devices;&35411,Railroad Police. DOT Rulemaking on Flammable Materials and Operating Practices. Supported enhanced tank car standards & opposed additional speed limitations & requiring ECP brakes(PHMSA -2012-0082). H.R.1763,"Safe Freight Act" and Train Crew Staffing(FRA-2014-0033). Oppose legislation and FRA regulations to require 2-person crews. H.R. 844,S.443, "To require a plan approved by the STB for the long-term storage of rail cars on certain railroad tracks." Monitored. "Railroad Revenue Adequacy" proceeding(EP 722) at Surface Transportation Board. Monitored.

S.754,"Cybersecurity Information Security Act OF 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1560,"Protecting Cyber Networks Act of 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1731,"National Cybersecurity Protection Act of 2015." Monitored.

S.1647, "Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy Act" or the "DRIVE ACT." Incorporate into H.R. 22, the "DRIVE Act." Monitored. H.R.3488,"Safe,Flexible,Efficient, Trucking Act." Opposed. Monitored other proposals to increase truck size or weights.

No Bill, Corporate Tax Reform. Supports lower corporate tax rate. H.R.721,S.637,"Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act." Supports.

S.808. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Monitored. S.853, "Railroad Shipper Fairness Act." Oppose. S.650. "Railroad Safety & Positive Control Extension Act." Supported. H.R.844,S.443."To require a plan approved by the STB for the long-term storage of rail cars on certain railroad track." Monitored. S.769."Track,Railroad,& Infrastructure Act." Supported. H.R. 749. "Passenger Rail Reform and Investment Act of 2015." Supported. S.1626,Railroad Reform, Enhancement & Efficiency Act." Monitored. DOT Rulemaking on Flammable Materials and Operating Practices. Supported enhanced tank car standards and opposed additional speed limitations and requiring ECP brakes.(PHMSA-2012-0082). S.1763,"Safe Freight Act" and Train Crew Staffing(FRA-2014-0033). Oppose legislation and FRA regulations to require 2-person crews.

S.1647, "Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy Act" or the "DRIVE ACT." Monitored. Also monitored the ongoing DOT truck size and weight study(Sections 32801-02)of PL 112-141. Opposed increases in truck weights.

S.1634,"Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Oppose.

S.754."Cybersecurity Information Security Act OF 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1560,"Protecting Cyber Networks Act of 2015." Monitored. H.R. 1731,"National Cybersecurity Protection Act of 2015." Monitored.

H.Con.Res.207 & S.Con.Res.11 "Government Resolution of the Budget for Fiscal 2016." Monitored. H.R._____. "Department of Homeland Security Fiscal Year 2016 Appropriations." Supported funding for first responders.

H.R.594,"Waters of the U.S. Regulatory Overreach Act." Monitored.

H.R.____, "Rate Payers Protection Act." Supports. EPA's "Clean Power Plan"for existing(40 CFR 60)and new(79 FR 2429)power plants. Oppose.

MAP-21 Reauthorization(112-141). Monitored. Also monitored the ongoing DOT truck size and weight study(Sections 32801-02)of PL 112-141.

H.R. 612, "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act." Opposed. "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21), PL 112-141. Monitored the truck size and weight study (Sections 32801-02). S.2322, "MAP-21 Reauthorization." Monitored S.880 & H.R. 1906, "Safe Highway & Infrastructure Preservation Act." Supported.

S.2777, "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Opposed. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control (PTC) Extension Act." Supported. H.R.5449, "Passenger Rail Reform & Investment Act" Monitored. S.2784, "Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2014." Opposed.Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA) notice of proposed rulemaking on "Enhanced Tank Car Standards and Operational Controls for High-Hazard Flammable Liquids" and advance notice of proposed rulemaking for "Oil Response Plans for High-Hazard Flammable Trains" (79 FR 45079). Monitored. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules,(EP-711)" and "Railroad Revenue Adequacy,"(EP-722). Monitored. Also held Hill discussions on moving crude oil by rail.

H.R. 5771,"Tax Increase Prevention Act." Supported Sec. 116 (short line tax credit), Sec. 111 (R&D credit) & Sec. 125(bonus depreciation). H.R. 1, "Tax Reform Act of 2014." Support corporate tax reform, but formed no position on H.R. 1. Monitored.

Opposed EPA's NSPS (40 CFR 60)for new fossil-fuel power plants & NPRM (EPAHQOAR20130602) for existing plants H.R. 3826,S.1905. "Electricity Security and Affordability Act." Supported. H.R. 524."To clarify EPA does not have the authority to disapprove a permit after it has been approved by the Sec. of Army."Supports H.R.5078."Waters of the U.S. Regulatory Overreach Protection Act." Supported.

H.R.4745, S.2438. "Transportation-HUD Appropriation Act, 2015." Supported funding for Amtrak and sought National Infrastructure Investment and TIGER Grants (CREATE and Austell). Monitored Section 125 of H.R. 4745 that incorporated provisions of H.R.2351,H.R.2628, & H.R. 3083 that grandfather heavier trucks in named states when state routes convert to Interstate. H.J. Res. 124. "Continuing Appropriations, 2015." Monitored.

S.2777. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Opposed. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control (PTC) Extension Act." Supports extension of implementation date for PTC. H.R.5449 "Passenger Rail Reform & Investment Act" Monitored. S.2784. "Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2014." Opposed.Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA) notice of proposed rulemaking on "Enhanced Tank Car Standards and Operational Controls for High-Hazard Flammable Liquids" and advance notice of proposed rulemaking for "Oil Response Plans for High-Hazard Flammable Trains" (79 FR 45079). Also, held Hill discussion on moving crude-oil-by rail. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules, EP-711" and "Railroad Revenue Adequacy," (EP-722). Monitored. Expedite Federal Communication Commission's approval of wireless towers to enable the implementation of Positive Train Control required by PL110-432. Monitored

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control(PTC) Extension Act." Supports extension of implementation date for PTC. No Bills. "Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act" & "Railroad Safety Improvement Act (PL110-432). Preparing for reauthorization.No Bill. Hazardous Material Reauthorization Act. Preparing for reauthorization. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA)September 6, 2013 advance notice of proposed rulemaking to which industry advocated stronger tank cars, Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Railroad Safety Advisory Committee's (RSAC) regulatory actions on rail car safety,and DOT-rail industry voluntary agreement incorporating a number of crude-by-rail safety initiatives. Also, held Hill discussion on moving crude oil by rail. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules, EP-111." Monitored. Expedite Federal Communication Commission's approval of wireless towers to enable the implementation of Positive Train Control required by PL110-432. Monitored

S.638, "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed. H.R.3040, "Safe Freight Act." Opposed requiring 2-person locomotive crews.

H.R.4745, S.2438. "Transportation-HUD Appropriation Act, 2015." Supported funding for Amtrak and sought National Infrastructure Investment and TIGER Grants (CREATE and Austell). H.R. 4745. Monitored Section 125 which incorporated provisions of H.R.2351,H.R.2628, & H.R. 3083 that grandfather heavier trucks in named states when state routes converted to Interstate.

S. 21, "Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act." Monitored. H.R. 624, " Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act." Monitored H.R.3696, "National Cybersecurity Infrastructure Protection Act" Monitored.

H.R. 721, S. 411. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act". Supports. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports reduction in the corporate tax rate. Camp "Discussion Draft dated 2-16-14." Monitored.

Opposed EPA's New Source Performance Standards (40 CFR 60) for new fossil-fueled power plants. H.R.3826 & S.1905. "Electricity and Security Affordability Act." Supported

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control(PTC) Extension Act." Supports extension of implementation date for PTC. No Bills. "Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act" & "Railroad Safety Improvement Act (PL110-432). Preparing for reauthorization.H.R.3551. "Railroad Inspection and Transparency Act." Opposed. No Bill. Hazardous Material Reauthorization Act. Preparing for reauthorization. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA)September 6. 2013 advance notice of proposed rulemaking and Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Railroad Safety Advisory Committee's (RSAC) regulatory actions on rail car safety. Monitored. Also, held discussions regarding the moving of crude oil by rail. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules, EP-111." Monitored. Expedite Federal Communication Commission's approval of wireless towers to enable the implementation of Positive Train Control required by PL110-432. Monitored

H.R.3547. "Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014. Supported funding for Amtrak and sought National Infrastructure Investment and TIGER Grants (Portageville Bridge, and CREATE).

S.638, "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed. H.R.3040, "Safe Freight Act." Opposed requiring 2-person locomotive crews.

H.R. 612, "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act." Opposed. "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21), PL 112-141. Monitored the truck size and weight study (Sections 32801-02) and implementation of the Act. Also continued preparing for MAP-21's reauthorization. S.880 & H.R. 1906, "Safe Highway & Infrastructure Preservation Act." Supported.H.R.2628, S. 1289. "To amend title 23 United States Code with respect to United States Route 78 in Mississippi, and for other purposes." Opposed.

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control(PTC) Extension Act." Supports extension of implementation date for PTC. No Bill. "Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act" & "Railroad Safety Improvement Act (PL110-432). Preparing for reauthorization.H.R.3551. "Railroad Inspection and Transparency Act." Opposed. No Bill. Hazardous Material Reauthorization Act. Preparing for reauthorization. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA)September 6. 2013 advance notice of proposed rulemaking and Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Railroad Safety Advisory Committee's (RSAC) regulatory actions on rail car safety. Monitored. Also, held discussions regarding the moving of crude oil by rail. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules, EP-111." Monitored. Expedite Federal Communication Commission's approval of wireless towers to enable the implementation of Positive Train Control required by PL110-432. Monitored

Opposed EPA's New Source Performance Standards (40 CFR 60) for new fossil-fueled power plants. H.R.3826 & S.1905. "Electricity and Security Affordability Act." Supported

H.R.2640, S. 1243. "Transportation, HUD and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014. Supported funding for Amtrak and sought National Infrastructure Investment and TIGER Grants (Fort Wayne Intermodal, Portageville Bridge, and CREATE). H.R. 3547, "Consolidated Appropriation Act, 2014." Same as above. H.Con.Res. 25."Bipartisan Budget Act." Monitored

H.R. 2218, "Coal Residual Reuse and Management Act." Supported.

No bill. Discussed U.S. Postal Services Inspector General's report (RARC-WP-12-13) on "Strategic Advantages of Moving Mail by Rail."

H.R. 2218, "Coal Residual Reuse and Management Act." Supported.

Opposed EPA's New Source Performance Standards (40 CFR 60) for new fossil-fueled power plants.

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. S. 1462, "Railroad Safety and Positive Train Control(PTC) Extension Act." Supports extension of implementation date for PTC. No Bill. "Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act" & "Railroad Safety Improvement Act (PL110-432). Preparing for reauthorization.No Bill. Hazardous Material Reauthorization Act. Preparing for reauthorization. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA)September 6. 2013 advance notice of proposed rulemaking and Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Railroad Safety Advisory Committee's (RSAC) regulatory actions on rail car safety. Monitored. Surface Transportation Board's "Petition of Rulemaking to Adopt Revised Competitive Switching Rules, EP-111." Monitored. Expedite Federal Communication Commission's approval of wireless towers to enable the implementation of Positive Train Control required by PL110-432. Monitored

S. 21, "Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act." Monitored. H.R. 624, " Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act." Monitored H.R.2213, " Border Communities Economic Security and Sustainability Act." Monitored.

H.R. 721, S. 411. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act". Supports. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports reduction in the corporate tax rate.

H.R. 2610, S. 1243."Transportation, HUD, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014." Supported funding for Amtrak and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. Supported Quigley amendment to extend for 3 years the deadline for implementing positive train control. H.Con.Res 25 and S.Con.Res 8, "Concurrent Resolution for the Budget for Fiscal Year 2014." Monitored.

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. No bill. Positive Train Control (PTC) Sec. 104, PL 110-432. Supports extension of implementation date, de minimus and yard movement exceptions, and addressing en route failure issue. "Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act" & "Railroad Safety Improvement Act (PL110-432). Preparing for reauthorization.

S.638, "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed.

Opposed EPA's New Source Performance Standards (40 CFR 60) for new fossil-fueled power plants.

H.R. 612, "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act." Opposed. "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21), PL 112-141. Monitored the truck size and weight study (Sections 32801-02). Preparing for reauthorization of MAP-21.

S. 21, "Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act." Monitored. H.R. 624, " Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act." Support H.R. 756. Cybersecurity Enhancement Act." Monitored.

H.R. 721, S. 411. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act". Supports. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports reduction in the corporate tax rate.

No Bill. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Monitored. Positive Train Control (PTC). Supports extension of implementation date, de minimus and yard movement exceptions, and addressing en route failure issue. No Bills. "Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act" and "Railroad Safety Improvement Act." Preparing for reauthorizations.Surface Transportation Board's (STB) proceedings on "competitive issues"(EP 705) and petition (EP 711) of National Industrial Traffic League (NITL) on "competitive switching." Monitored and opposed changes in existing rules. Also monitored and raised issues and concerns regarding the unbalanced nature of STB proposal (EP 699) to encourage "mediation and arbitration" and supported STB consideration of indirect competition for fuel use to generate power in rate cases (EP 717).

H.R.4348 "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21). Monitored the truck size and weight study (Sec.32801-02) and implementation of section 130 highway-rail grade crossing program (Sec. 1519 (c)(6)) in final bill, Pl 112-141.

H.R. 2273, S. 1781. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act" and Title IV of H.R. 349,"Stop the War on Coal Act" which incorporates the provisions of H.R. 2273. Supported. S. 710. "Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act" (PL112-195) Supported.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control(PTC) requirements under chapter 201." Supported. Also advocated reasonable implementation deadlines and allowing alternative risk strategies. Sec. 8401, Positive Train Control provisions, in H.R. 7,"Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012." Continue to advocate. Surface Transportation Board's (STB) proceedings on "competitive issues"(EP 705)and petition (EP 711) of National Industrial Traffic League (NITL) on "competitive switching." Monitored and opposed changes in existing rules. Also monitored and raised issues and concerns regarding the unbalanced nature of STB proposal (EP 699) to encourage "mediation and arbitration" and supported STB consideration of indirect competition for fuel use to generate power in rate cases (EP 717).

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control(PTC) requirements under chapter 201." Supported. Also advocated reasonable implementation deadlines and allowing alternative risk strategies. Sec. 8401, Positive Train Control provisions, in H.R. 7,"Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012." Continue to advocate. Surface Transportation Board's (STB) proceedings on "competitive issues"(EP 705) and petition (EP 711) of National Industrial Traffic League (NITL) on "competitive switching." Monitored and opposed changes in existing rules. Also monitored and raised issues and concerns regarding the unbalanced nature of STB proposal (EP 699) to encourage mediation and arbitration. No Bill. Urged eliminating intermediate brake test where wheel temperature detectors are used and extending intervals for locomotive inspections. Also discussed ways the Federal Railroad Administration and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's work sharing impact safety.

H.R. 2273, S. 1781. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act" and Title IV of H.R. 349,"Stop the War on Coal Act" which incorporates the provisions of H.R. 2273. Supported. S. 710. "Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act." Supported.

S.3240, "Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2012" and H.R. 6083, "Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012." Opposed and/or sought amendments to Sec. 6205 in S. 3240 and Sec. 6204 in H.R. 6083, study of rural transportation issues, and Sec. 6206 in S. 3240 and Sec. 6205 in H.R. 8083, relating to the Secretary of Agriculture's participation is Surface Transportation Board's proceedings.

H.R.4348. "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21). Monitored the truck size and weight study (Sec.32801-02) and implementation of section 130 highway-rail grade crossing program (Sec. 1519 (c)(6)) in final bill, Pl 112-141.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed.

H.R. 5972, S. 2332."Transportation, HUD, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013." Supported funding for Amtrak, and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. Opposed imposition of railroad safety user fees. H.J.Res. 117. "Continuing Appropriations Resolution ,FY 2013" and President's 2013 budget. Monitored and urged positive train control amendment.

S. 1813 "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21)," H.R. 7 "American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act," & H.R. 4348 "(MAP-21"). Monitored developments on above bills to reauthorize SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit legislation. Supported the H.R. 7's provisions on positive train control (Sec. 8401), and the truck size and weight study (Sec.32801-02) in final bill, PL112-141. H.R. 825, S.918. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported keeping highway-rail grade crossings' Sec. 130 program as a separate item. It was incorporated into Sec. 1519 (c)(6) of H.R. 4348, "MAP-21" (PL 112-141). H.R. 1574, S.876. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 763 and S. 747. "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011." Opposed

H.R. 2250, S. 1392. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act," and Collins amendment(essentially S. 1392) to S. 1813. Supported and opposed EPA's classifying treated railroad crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported. H.R. 2273, S. 1781. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act." Supported.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed and supported amendments. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control(PTC) requirements under chapter 201." Supported. Also advocated reasonable implementation deadlines and allowing alternative risk strategies. Supported Sec. 8401, Positive Train Control provisions, in H.R. 7,"Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012." Surface Transportation Board's hearings on "competitive issues"(EP 705) and petition (EP 711) of National Industrial Traffic League (NITL) on "competitive switching." Monitored and opposed changes in existing rules.

H.R. 910 and S. 482."Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S.J.Res. 37."To disapprove a rule promulgated by EPA relating to emission standards for certain steam generating units." Supported.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5). Presidential Emergency Board (PEB 242)to address railroad management-labor collective negotiations impasse. Supported.

H.R. 910 and S. 482."Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported. S. 468 and H.R. 960. Mining Job Protection Act." Supported. H.R. 2273, S. 1751. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act." Supported. H.R. 2401, S. 609. "Transparency in Regulatory Analysis of Impact on the Nation Act." Supported.

H.R. 2091. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported. H.R. 721, S. 672, and S. 100. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011. Supported. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports reduction in the corporate tax rate.

H.R. 2250, S. 1392. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act," and Collins amendment(essentially S. 1392) to S. 1813. Supported and opposed EPA's classifying treated railroad crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported.

FCC's allocation of spectrum to LightSquared (DA 11-133) and its potential severe interference to the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is important to railroads' operations and safety. Monitored and would oppose spectrum allocation that would harm railroad communications.

S. 1596, H.R. 2112. "Consolidated and Continuing Appropriation Act" Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. H.Con.Res. 112. "Concurrent Resolution of the Budget-FY 2013" and President's 2013 budget. Monitored and opposed the inclusion of railroad safety "user" fees.

H.R. 910 and S. 482."Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported. S. 468 and H.R. 960. Mining Job Protection Act." Supported. H.R. 2273, S. 1751. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act." Supported. H.R. 2401, S. 609. "Transparency in Regulatory Analysis of Impact on the Nation Act." Supported.

H.R. 3011. "Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act." Monitored. S. 1546, H.R. 3116. " Department of Homeland Security Authorization Act." Monitored. H.R. 1690. "Modern Credentials Act." Monitored.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5). Presidential Emergency Board (PEB 242)to address railroad management-labor collective bargaining negotiations impasse. Supported. "Railroad Hours of Service Technical Correction Act" (Family Medical Leave Act). No bill. Monitored.

S. 1813 "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21th Century (MAP-21)" Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit legislation, which expired in 2009. H.R. 825. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularly the provisions (Sec. 7) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. H.R. 1574, S.876. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 763 and S. 747. "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011." Opposed S. 112, H.R. 1450, Sec. 125 of H.R. 2112. "To authorize the application of State law with respect to vehicle weight limitations on the Interstate Highway System in the States of Maine and Vermont." Opposed. S.1450. "Commercial Truck Safety Act." Opposed.

H.R. 2091. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported. H.R. 721, S. 672. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011. Supported. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports reduction in the corporate tax rate. U.S. Customs fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empties on which fees are not imposed.

S. 1596, H.R.2112 (Division C). "Department of Transportation-HUD Appropriations Act of 2012." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail and National Infrastructure Investment Grants (TIGER Grants). H.Con.Res. 34. "Concurrent Resolution of the Budget-FY 2012" and President's 2012 budget. Monitored and opposed the inclusion of railroad safety "user" fees.

FCC's allocation of spectrum to LightSquared (DA 11-133) and its potential severe interference to the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is important to railroads' operations and safety. Monitored and would oppose spectrum allocation that would harm railroad communications.

H.R. 2250, S. 1392. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act." Supported. Opposed classifying treated railroad crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed and supported amendments. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control requirements under chapter 201." Supported. Also advocated reasonable implementation deadlines and allowing alternative risk strategies. H.R._____. "Competition for Intercity Passenger in America Act." Monitored. Surface Transportation Board's hearings on "competitive issues"(EP 705) and petition (EP 711) of National Industrial Traffic League (NITL) on "competitive switching." Opposed changes in existing rules. H.R. 2845, H.R. 2937, and S. 275. Pipeline Safety. Supported and/or sought amendments to continue exemptions provided by some states from the Miss Utility One Call requirements when railroads dig on their rights-of-way. President Obama's Executive Order issued January 18, 2011"Improving Regulations and Regulatory Review." Sought changes in Positive Train Control, locomotive inspections, and other regulations.

H.R. 2091. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported. H.R. 721, S. 672, and S. 100. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011. Supported. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports a reduction in the corporate tax rate. U.S. Customs fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empties on which fees are not imposed.

FCC's allocation of spectrum to LightSquared (DA 11-133) and its potential severe interference to the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is important to railroads' operations and safety. Monitored and would oppose spectrum allocation that would harm railroad communications.

S. 1596. "Department of Transportation-HUD Appropriations Act of 2012." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. H.Con.Res. 34. "Concurrent Resolution of the Budget-FY 2012" and President's 2012 budget. Monitored and opposed the inclusion of railroad safety "user" fees.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5). Presidential Emergency Board to address impasse in railroad management-labor collective bargaining negotiations. Supported. "Railroad Hours of Service Technical Correction Act" (Family Medical Leave Act). No bill. Monitored.

H.R. 910 and S. 482. "Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported. S. 468 and H.R.960. "Mining Job Protection Act." Supported.

H.R. 2250. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act." Supported. Opposed classifying treated crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed and supported amendments. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC, to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control requirements under chapter 201." Supported. H.R. ____."Competition for Intercity Passenger in America Act." Monitored. Surface Transportation Board's hearing on "competitive issues" (EP 705). Opposed changes in existing rules. No bill. Federal preemption of state exceptions to Miss Utility One Call requirements. Opposed elimination of exception provided by states to railroads on their rights-of-way.

H.R. 910 and S. 482. "Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported.

S. 158. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Opposed and supported amendments. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC, to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control requirements under chapter 201." Supported. No bill. Administration's Fiscal 2012 budget proposal to impose railroad safety user fees. Opposed. H.R. 304. "To extend the limitation on liability for certain passenger rail accidents or incidents under sec. 28103 of title 49 USC, and for other purposes." Opposed Surface Transportation Board's hearings on and examinations of "exempted traffic" (EP 704) and "competitive issues" (EP 705). Opposed changes in existing rules.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bills and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5) FRA Notice Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), "Safety and Health Requirements Relating to Camp Cars"(49 CFR 228). Opposed and sought changes, particularly relating to testing, certification, and recordkeeping.

No bill. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports. H.R. 721, S.672, and S.100 " Short Line Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011." Supports. Custom Fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empty cars on which custom fees are not imposed.

FCC's allocation of spectrum to LightSquared (DA 11-133) and its potential severe interference to the Global Positioning System (GPS) which is important to railroads' operations and safety. Monitored and would oppose spectrum allocation that would harm railroad communications.

H.R. ______. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act." Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit legislation, that expired in 2009. H.R. 825. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularly the provisions (Sec. 7) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. H.R. 1574, S.876. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 763 and S. 747. "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011." Opposed S. 112, H.R. 1450. "To authorize the application of State law with respect to vehicle weight limitations on the Interstate Highway System in the States of Maine and Vermont." Opposed. S.1450. "Commercial Truck Safety Act." Opposed. H.R. 801. "Truck Weight Uniformity Act." Opposed.

S. 1596. "Department of Transportation-HUD Appropriations Act of 2012." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. H.Con.Res. 34. "Concurrent Resolution of the Budget-FY 2012" and President's 2012 budget. Monitored and opposed the inclusion of railroad safety "user" fees.

H.R. 910 and S. 482."Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported. S. 468 and H.R. 960. Mining Job Protection Act." Supported. H.R. 2273. "Coal Residue Reuse and Management Act." Supported. H.R. 2401, S. 609. "Transparency in Regulatory Analysis of Impact on the Nation Act." Supported.

H.R. 2091. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported. H.R. 721, S. 672, and S. 100. "Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011. Supported. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports a reduction in the corporate tax rate. U.S. Customs fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empties on which fees are not imposed.

H.R. 2250, S. 1392. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act." Supported. Opposed classifying treated railroad crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bills and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5) FRA Notice Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), "Safety and Health Requirements Relating to Camp Cars"(49 CFR 228). Opposed and sought changes, particularly relating to testing, certification, and recordkeeping.

H.R. 910 and S. 482. "Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported. S. 468 and H.R.960. "Mining Job Protection Act." Supported.

H.R. 2091. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports. H.R. 721, S.672, and S.100 " Short Line Railroad Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011." Supports. No bill. Corporate Tax Reform. Supports a reduction in the corporate tax rate. Custom Fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empty cars on which custom fees are not imposed.

H.R. 2250. "EPA Regulatory Relief Act." Supported. Opposed classifying treated crossties as solid waste for combustion purposes. H.R.1391. "RCCRA Act of 2011." Supported.

S. 158. "Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act." Opposed and supported amendments. S. 301. "A bill to amend title 49 USC, to make technical and minor modifications to the Positive Train Control requirements under chapter 201." Supported. H.R. ____."Competition for Intercity Passenger in America Act." Monitored. Surface Transportation Board's hearing on "competitive issues" (EP 705). Opposed changes in existing rules. No bill. Federal preemption of state exceptions to Miss Utility One Call requirements. Opposed elimination of exception provided by states to railroads on their rights-of-way.

" Department of Transportation- HUD Appropriation Act of 2012." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail, & and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. H.Con.Res. 34. "Concurrent Resolution of the Budget-FY2012 and President's 2012 budget. Monitored and opposed the inclusion of railroad safety"user" fees.

H.R. 910 and S. 482. "Energy Tax Prevention Act." Supported. S. 272 and H.R. 457. "Fair Play Act." Supported.

No bill. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports. H.R. 721, S.672, and S.100 " Short Line Rehabilitation and Investment Act of 2011." Supports. Custom Fees on rail cars with residue. No bill. Supported treating such cars as empty cars on which custom fees are not imposed.

S.468 and H.R. 960. "Mining Job Protection Act."Supported.

S. 49. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bills and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5) FRA Notice Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), "Safety and Health Requirements Relating to Camp Cars"(49 CFR 228). Opposed and sought changes, particularly relating to testing, certification, and recordkeeping.

H.R.5850, S.3644."Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2011." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail, and TIGER and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. Also opposed amendment to S. 3644 making section 194 (ME and VT pilot allowing heavier trucks) of last year's bill permanent.

S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I, Subtitle C). Also advocated emission allowances for railroads contingent on the loss of coal revenue. S. 3813, "Renewable Electricity Promotion Act." Monitored

S.J.Res. 26. H.J.Res. 77. "A Joint Resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act (CAA)." Monitored. S. 3072. H.R. 4753. "Stationary Source Regulatory Delay Act." Monitored.

S. 2889. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Supported amendments and monitored developments. No bill. Administration's Budget proposal to impose railroad safety user fees. Opposed. H.R. 4714, S. 2768. "National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act." Raised issues regarding granting NTSB subpoena power with respect to recording devices and recordings (Sec. 3 (c) (2). No bill. Positive Train Control. Advocated legislation or administrative action to use the year 2015 as base period for determining lines on which PTC installation would be required pursuant to Sec.104 of PL 110-142. No bill. Federal Railroad Administration's "High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail Program-- Stakeholder Agreement" May 12, 2010 "Guidance." Urged changes. S.3973. "Diesel Emission Reduction Act" extension. Supported. H.R. 6150, S. 3982. " To extend the limitation on liability for certain passenger rail accidents or incidents under sec. 28103 of title 49 USC, and for other purposes." Opposed H.R.5944 "Railroad Hours of Service Technical Correction Act" and H.R. 7598 "Railroad Hours of Service Act of 2010." Under review.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I, Subtitle C). Also advocated emission alllowances for railroads contingent on the loss of coal revenue. S. 3813, "Renewable Electricity Promotion Act." Monitored

H.R.5850, S.3644."Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2011." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail, and TIGER and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. Also opposed amemdment to S. 3644 making section 194 (ME and VT pilot allowing heavier trucks) of last year's bill permanent.

H.R. 272. H.R. 1806. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 and S. 461. " To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Included as Sec. 134 of tax extenders bill, H.R. 4213. Supported. H.R. 5478. "Green Car Enhancement Act." Monitored.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S. 2889. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Supported amendments and monitored developments. H.R. 4016. "Hazardous Materials Safety Act of 2009." Monitored. S. 2768. " National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization." Monitored. H.R. 4370. "Safe Transportation of Hazardous Materials Act." Monitored. H.Res. 1366."Recognizing and honoring the freight rail industry." Supported. H.Res. 1463. "Supporting the goals and ideals of Railroad Retirement Day." Supported. No bill. Administration's Budget proposal to impose railroad safety user fees. Opposed. No bill. Positive Train Control. Advocated legislation or admininstrative action to use the year 2015 as base period for determining lines on which PTC installation would be required pursuant to Sec.104 of PL 110-142. No bill. Federal Railroad Administration's High Speed Rail Stakeholders Guidance. Urged changes.

H.R. 2454. "American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009." Supported coal, clean coal technology, and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I Subtitle A and B). Supported inclusion of railroad ties in biomass definition. S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Similar to positions on H.R. 3454 above, and also advocated for a "contingent allowance"for railroads.

S. 2889. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Supported amendments and monitored developments. No bill. Advocated proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH hazardous materials. H.R. 4016. "Hazardous Materials Safety Act of 2009." Monitored. S. 2768. " National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization." Monitored. H.R. 4370. "Safe Transportation of Hazardous Material Act of 2009. Monitored.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

H.R._____. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009." Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit that expired 2009. S. 791 and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularly the provisions (section 8) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. Supported adding H.R. 2125 to above bill. S. 575 & H.R. 1329. "Clean Affordable New Transportation Equity Act." Monitored. H.R. 1618 & S. 779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 1799. " Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009." Opposed. S. 1036. "Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act." Supported.

S. 773. "Cybersecurity Act of 2010." Monitored. H.R. 2868. "Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009." Monitored.

H.R._____. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009." Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit that expired 2009. S. 791 and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularly the provisions (section 8) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. Supported adding H.R. 2125 to above bill. S. 575 & H.R. 1329. "Clean Affordable New Transportation Equity Act." Monitored. H.R. 1618 & S. 779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 1799. " Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009." Opposed. S. 1036. "Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act." Supported.

H.R. 272. H.R. 1806. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 and S. 461. " To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supported.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I, Subtitle C). Also advocated emission allowances for railroads contingent on the loss of coal revenue. S. 3813, "Renewable Electricity Promotion Act." Monitored

S. 2889. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Supported amendments and monitored developments. No bill. Administration's Budget proposal to impose railroad safety user fees. Opposed. H.R. 4714, S. 2768. "National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act." Raised issues regarding granting NTSB subpoena power with respect to recording devices and recordings (Sec. 3 (c) (2). No bill. Positive Train Control. Advocated legislation or administrative action to use the year 2015 as base period for determining lines on which PTC installation would be required pursuant to Sec.104 of PL 110-142. No bill. Federal Railroad Administration's "High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail Program-- Stakeholder Agreement" May 12, 2010 "Guidance." Urged changes. S.3973. "Diesel Emission Reduction Act" extension. Supported. H.R. 6150, S. 3982. " To extend the limitation on liability for certain passenger rail accidents or incidents under sec. 28103 of title 49 USC, and for other purposes." Opposed H.R.5944 "Railroad Hours of Service Technical Correction Act" and H.R. 7598 "Railroad Hours of Service Act of 2010." Under review.

H.R.5850, S.3644."Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2011." Supported funding for Amtrak, Positive Train Control, High Speed Rail, and TIGER and National Infrastructure Investment Grants. Also opposed amendment to S. 3644 making section 194 (ME and VT pilot allowing heavier trucks) of last year's bill permanent.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bills and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

H.R. 272. H.R. 1806. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 and S. 461. " To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Included as Sec. 134 of tax extenders bill, H.R. 4213. Supported. H.R. 5478. "Green Car Enhancement Act." Monitored. H.R. 5297."Small Business Jobs Act." Supported extension of 50% bonus depreciation in Section 2022.

S. 2889. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Supported amendments and monitored developments. H.Res. 1366. "Recognizing and honoring the freight rail industry." Supported. H.Res. 1463. " Supporting the goals and ideals of Railroad Retirement Day." Supported. No bill. Administration's Budget proposal to impose railroad safety user fees. Opposed. No bill. Positive Train Control. Advocated legislation or admininstrative action to use the year 2015 as base period for determining lines on which PTC installation would be required pursuant to Sec.104 of PL 110-142. No bill. Federal Railroad Administration's "High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail Program-- Stakeholder Agreement" May 12, 2010 "Guidance." Urged changes. No bill. "Diesel Emission Reduction Act" extension. Supported extension. H.R. 6150. " To extend the limitation on liability for certain passenger rail accidents or incidents under sec. 28103 of title 49 USC, and for other purposes." Opposed H.R.5944. "Railroad Hours of Service Technical Correction Act." Under review.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I, Subtitle C). Also advocated emission alllowances for railroads contingent on the loss of coal revenue. S. 1462. "American Clean Leadership Act." Similar to S. 1733 above.

S.J.Res. 26. H.J.Res. 77. "A Joint Resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act (CAA)." Monitored. S. 3072. H.R. 4753. "Stationary Source Regulatory Delay Act." Monitored.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S.J.Res. 26. H.J.Res. 77. A Joint Resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). Monitored. S. 3072. H.R. 4753. "Stationary Source Regulatory Delay Act." Monitored.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S. 773. "Cybersecurity Act of 2010." Monitored. H.R. 2868. "Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009." Monitored.

H.R._____. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009." Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit that expired 2009. S. 791 and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularily the provisions (section 8) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. Supported adding H.R. 2125 to above bill. S. 575 & H.R. 1329. "Clean Affordable New Transportation Equity Act." Monitored. H.R. 1618 & S. 779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 1799. " Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009." Opposed. S. 1036. "Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act." Supported.

H.R._____. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009." Monitored developments as Congress considers reauthorizing SAFETEA-LU, the highway-transit that expired 2009. S. 791 and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularily the provisions (section 8) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. Supported adding H.R. 2125 to above bill. S. 575 & H.R. 1329. "Clean Affordable New Transportation Equity Act." Monitored. H.R. 1618 & S. 779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored. H.R. 1799. " Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009." Opposed. S. 1036. "Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act." Supported.

S. 146 and H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments, particularly on its retroactive application (Sec. 5).

S.J.Res. 26. H.J.Res. 77. A Joint Resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the EPA relating to the endangerment finding and the cause or contribute findings for greenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). Monitored. S. 3072. H.R. 4753. "Stationary Source Regulatory Delay Act." Monitored.

H.R. 272. H.R. 1806. "Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 and S. 461. " To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supported.

H.R. 272 & H.R. 1806. "Freight Rail Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports.H.R. 1132 & S. 461."To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supports. H.R. 1806. Similar to H.R. 272 above but adds Davis-Bacon's "prevailing wage" requirement. Supports. H.R. 1789. Bill similar to H.R. 272 above but also incorporates H.R. 1132 (short line credit) and added Davis-Bacon's "prevailing wage" requirement. Supports.

Congressman Waxman's Draft bill. H. R. ____. "American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009." Monitoring and studying proposal. Senator Boxer's "Principles." S. _______. Monitoring and Studying. Also supported efforts to foster envioronmental attributes of railroads.

H.R. 272. "Freight Rail Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supported. H.R. 1132 & S. 461."To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supported. H.R. 1806. Similar to H.R. 272 above but adds Davis-Bacon's "prevailing wage" requirement. Supported. H.R. 1789. Bill similar to H.R. 272 above but also incorporates H.R. 1132 (short line credit) and added Davis-Bacon's "prevailing wage" requirement. Supported.

S.. ______ & H.R. ________. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act. No legislation introduced. Monitored developments. S.791and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act of 2009." Supported. Title VII. "Hazardous Materials Safety Act." H.R. ____."Surface Transportation Authorization Act. Monitored

H.R.2454. "American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009." Supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration and realistic timetables and offsets. Also sought emission allowances. (Title VII) Senator Boxer's "Principles." S. _______. Monitoring developments. Advocated efforts to foster environmental attributes of railroads. H.R.1329, S. 575. "Clean,Low-Emission, Affordable, New Transportation Efficiency Act." Supported. S._____."American Clean Energy Leadership Act." Monitored legislation, and supported clean coal technology and carbon capture and sequestration provisions. Also supported inclusion of wood waste in biomass definition (Sec. 401(1)(a)(ii)).

S.______ & H.R. ________. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act." Monitored developments. No bills unveiled yet. No bill. Advocates proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH hazardous materials. Title VII. "Hazardous Materials Safety Act" of H.R._____"Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act." Monitored.

S. 146 & H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill & supported amendments on retroactivity (Sec. 5), primary jurisdiction (Sec. 4), FTC (Sec.2 ), community impacts (sec. 3(f)) & preserving evidentiary procedures on joint rates(Sec 3(a). H.R. 2067. "Protecting America's Workers Act." Opposed overlapping OSHA jurisdiction with Federal Railroad Administration (Sec. 102).

H.R. ______. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009."Monitoring developments as Congress prepares to reauthorize the highway/transit legislation that expires this year. S. 791 & H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act." Supported, particularly the provisions (Sec. 8) to keep section 130, highway-rail grade crossing program, as a separate program. Supports adding H.R. 2125 to above bill. S. 575 & H.R.1329. "Clean Affordable New Transportation Equity Act." Monitored. H.R.1618 & S.779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored H.R. 1799. "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009. Opposed. S.1036. "Federal Surface Transportation Policy and Planning Act." Supported.

S. Res. 64. "Recognizing the need for EPA to end decades of delay & utilize existing authority under RCRA to comprehensively regulate coal combustion waste. . ." EPA's regulation of coal ash as a hazardous waste. Monitored & opposed EPA classification of coal ash as "hazardous waste"under Subtitle C of the Resource and Conservation Act (RCRA). H.R. 493. "Coal Ash Reclamation, Environment, and Safety Act of 2009." Monitored.

S. 146 & H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill & supported amendments on retroactivity (Sec. 5), primary jurisdiction (Sec. 4), FTC (Sec.2 ), community impacts (sec. 3(f)) & preserving evidentiary procedures on joint rates(Sec 3(a). H.R. 2067. "Protecting America's Workers Act." Opposed overlapping OSHA jurisdiction with Federal Railroad Administration (Sec. 102).

H.R.2454. "American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009." Supported coal, cleal coal technology, and carbon capture and sequestration (Title I, Subtitle A & B). Supported inclusion of railroad ties in biomass definition. S. 1733. "Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act." Similar to positions on H.R. 2454 above, and also advocated for a "contigent emission allowances"for railroads.

H.R. 272, H.R. 1806. "Freight Rail Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 & S. 461."To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supports.

S. 146 & H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill & supported amendments on retroactivity (Sec. 5), primary jurisdiction (Sec. 4), FTC (Sec.2 ), community impacts (sec. 3(f)) & preserving evidentiary procedures on joint rates(Sec 3(a). H.R. 2067. "Protecting America's Workers Act." Opposed overlapping OSHA jurisdiction with Federal Railroad Administration (Sec. 102).

H.R. 272, H.R. 1806. "Freight Rail Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act." Supports these and similar bills. H.R. 1132 & S. 461."To amend the IRC of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance credit" for Class II and III railroads. Supports.

S. 146 & H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill & supported amendments on retroactivity (Sec. 5), primary jurisdiction (Sec. 4), FTC (Sec.2 ), community impacts (sec. 3(f)) & preserving evidentiary procedures on joint rates(Sec 3(a). H.R. 2067. "Protecting America's Workers Act." Opposed overlapping OSHA jurisdiction with Federal Railroad Administration (Sec. 102).

S. 146 & H.R. 233. "Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act." Opposed bill and supported amendments dealing with retroactivity (Sec.9) and primary jurisdiction(Sec. 6). H.R. 2067. "Protecting America's Workers Act." Opposed overlapping OSHA jurisdiction with Federal Railroad Administration.

H.Con. Res. 85 & S. Con. Res. 13. Monitored legislation. H.R._____, Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2010. Supported funding for Amtrak and high speed rail, Positive Train Control, and projects of national significance. H.R.2892, S. 1298. Department of Homeland Security Appropriation, 2010. Monitored bill.

S.. ______ & H.R. ________. "Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act. No legislation introduced. Monitored developments. S.791and H.R. 2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act of 2009." Supported. Title VII. "Hazardous Materials Safety Act." H.R. ____."Surface Transportation Authorization Act. Monitored

H.R. ______. "Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009."Monitoring developments as Congress prepares to reauthorize the highway/transit legislation that expires this year. Supported adding provisions of H.R. 2125 below to legislation. S. 791 and H.R.2125. "Surface Transportation Safety Act of 2009. Supported. Bill preserves Section 130,Title 23 USC, highway-rail grade crossing program as a separate safety category. H.R. 1799. "Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2009." Opposed. H.R. 1618 and S.779. "Safe Highway Infrastructure Preservation Act." Monitored.

H.R. ______ & S. ________. "Railroad Competition Improvement and Reauthorization Act." Opposed to this legislation in previous Congress and has not yet been reintroduced. No bill. Advocated proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials.

H.Con. Res. 85 & S. Con. Res. 13. Monitored legislation. H.R. 1105. "Omnibus Appropriation Act, 2009". Supported funding for Amtrak and CREATE, a project of national significance, and High Speed Rail (Title I). H.R. 1. "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act." Supported funding for Amtrak, projects of national significance (Title XII), and various provisions related to energy, clean coal, and clean coal technology (Title IV). H.R. 2638. "Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriation Act" (PL 111-329). Monitored.

H.R. 3261. Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2009. Supported funding for FRA, R&D,Positive Train Control, Amtrak, and projects of National Significance. S. 3181. Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2009. Monitored. H.R. 2638. Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance & Continuing Appropriations Act (PL110-329). Monitored.

H.R. 370 and S. 155. Coal to Liquid Promotion Act and related bills. Monitored and generally supported legislation to support coal-to-liquid activities. H.R. 6258. Carbon Capture and Storage Early Development Act. Supported H.R. 6899. Comprehensive American Energy & Consumer Protection Act. Supported adding H.R.6258 to bill and monitored. H.R. 1424. Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008. Division A, Section 111-112. Monitored particularly the energy part's carbon capture and sequestration and CO2 capture credit provisions.

H.R. 5577. Chemical Facilities Anti-Terrorism Act. Monitored legislation and supported more aggressive efforts for product substitution for more dangerous chemicals.

S. 1499. Marine Emissions Reductions Act. Monitored. S. 2191. America's Climate Security Act of 2007. Monitored bill for impact on coal and development of clean coal technology. Supported amendments to foster environmental attributes of railroads.

H.R. 953 and S. 2125. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act. Sections 208-209. Supported final bill, but opposed earlier provisions regarding on-time performance and penalties on host railroads for Amtrak service and Amtrak-like access on freight lines. No bill. Advocated proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials. H.R. 2095. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Opposed original bill and sought amendments on a number of items including Hours of Service (Title II), positive train control (Section 601), track defect standards (Section 603), switch position indicators (Section 602), employee sleeping quarters (Section 202)and whistleblower protection (Title III). S. 1889. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Similar issues as in H.R. 2095. Sought amendments. Supported bill as enacted. Monitored Surface Transportation Board's proceedings on railroad cost of capital (EP 558) and common carrier obligation (EP 667), environmental analyssis of Norfolk Southern and Pan Am Railways application for joint control and ownership of PanAm Southern (Finance Docket No. 35147). H.R. 6707. Taking Responsiblity for Community Safety Act. Opposed.

H.R. 1650 and S. 772. Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act. Opposed

H.R. 3261,S.3261. Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2009. Supported funding for FRA, R&D, Positive Train Control, Amtrak, and projects of National Significance. S. 3181, Department of Homeland Security Appropriation Act, 2009. Monitored H.R. 2638. Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance & Continuing Appropriation Act (PL 110-329). Monitored

H.R. 953 and S. 2125. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act. Sections 208-09. Supported final bill, but opposed earlier provisions regarding on-time performance and penalties on host railroads for Amtrak service and Amtrak-like access on freight lines. No Bill. Advocated proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials. H.R. 2095. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Opposed original bill and sought amendments on a number of items including Hours of Service (Title II), positive train control, (Section 601), track defect standards (Section 603), switch position indicators (Section 602), employee sleeping quarters (Section 202), and whistleblower protection (Title III). S. 1889. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Similar issues as in H.R. 2095. Sought amendments. Supported bill as enacted. Monitored Surface Transportation Board's proceedings on CN's acquisition of EJ&E (Fin. Docket35087); environmental analysis of Norfolk Southern and Pan Am. Railways application for joint control and ownership of PanAm Southern (Finance Docket No. 35147); and competition in the freight rail industry (EP 680). H.R. 6707. Taking Responsible Action for Community Safety Act. Opposed.

S. 1125 and H.R. 2116. Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act of 2007. Supported S. 881 and H.R. 1584. Short Line Investment Act of 2007. Supported. Enacted as part (Division C, Section 316) of H.R. 1424, Emergency Ecomomic Stabilization Act of 2008 (PL 110-343).

H.R. 5577. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008. Monitored legislation and supported more aggressive efforts for product substitution for more dangerous chemicals.

H.R. 953 and S. 2125. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act. Sections 208-09. Supported final bill, but opposed earlier provisions regarding on-time performance and penalties on host railroads for Amtrak service and Amtrak-like access on freight lines. No Bill. Advocated proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials. H.R. 2095. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Opposed original bill and sought amendments on a number of items including Hours of Service (Title II), positive train control, (Section 601), track defect standards (Section 603), switch position indicators (Section 602), employee sleeping quarters (Section 202), and whistleblower protection (Title III). S. 1889. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Similar issues as in H.R. 2095. Sought amendments. Supported bill as enacted. Monitored Surface Transportation Board's proceedings on railroad cost of capital (EP 558) and common carrier obligation (EP 667), environmental analysis of Norfolk Southern and Pan Am. Railways application for joint control and ownership of PanAm Southern (Finance Docket No. 35147). H.R. 6707. Taking Responsible Action for Community Safety Act. Opposed.

H.R. 3261,S.3261. Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2009. Supported funding for FRA, R&D, Positive Train Control, Amtrak, and projects of National Significance. S. 3181, Department of Homeland Security Appropriation Act, 2009. Monitored H.R. 2638. Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance & Continuing Appropriation Act (PL 110-329). Monitored

H.R. 370 and S. 155. Coal to Liquid Promotion Act and related bills. Monitored and generally supported legislation to support coal-to-liquid activities. H.R. 6258. Carbon Capture and Storage Early Development Act. Supported. H.R.6899. Comprehensive American Energy & Consumer Protection Act. Supported adding H.R. 6258 to bill and monitored. H.R. 1424. Emergency Economic Stablilization Act of 2008. Division A, Sections 111-112. Monitored particularly the energy part's carbon capture and sequestration and CO2 capture credit provisions.

S. 1499. Marine Emissions Reductions Act. Monitored S. 2191. America's Climate Security Act of 2007. Monitored bill for impact on coal and development of clean coal technology. Supported amendments to foster environmental attributes of railroads.

H.R. 5577. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008. Monitored legislation and supported more aggressive efforts for product substitution for more dangerous chemicals.

H.R. 3.(PL-109-59), SAFETEA-LU. Supported Act in 2005 and continue monitoring its implementation, particularly with respect to projects of national significance. Began preparing for the Act's next reauthorization in 2009. S. 875. Security and Fuel Efficiency Act. Opposed section 105 that increases maximum truck weights to 97,000 pounds.

H.R. 370 and S. 155. Coal to Liquid Promotion Act and related bills. Monitored and generally supported legislation to promote coal-to-liquid activities. H.R. 6258. Carbon Capture and Storage Early Development Act. Supported.

S. 1125 and H.R. 2116. Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act of 2007. Supported. S. 881 and H.R. 1584. Short Line Investment Act of 2007. Supported.

S. 184. Surface Transportation and Rail Security Act. Title I. Sections. 109-11. Sought amendments. H.R. 1401. Rail and Public Transit Security Act of 2007. Sought amendments.

H.R. ____.Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2009. Supports funding for FRA, R&D, Positive Train Control, Amtrak, and projects of National Significance. S. 3181. Department of Homeland Security Appropriation Act, 2009. Monitored,

S. 1499. Marine Emission Reduction Act. Monitored bill. S. 2191. America's Climate Security Act of 2007. Monitored bill for impact on coal and development of clean coal technology, and supported amendments to take advantage of positive attributes of railroads.

H.R. 1650 and S. 772. Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act. Opposed. No bill. Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). Support replacing FELA, a fault-based system, with a no-fault system.

H.R. 5577. Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008. Monitored legislation and supported more aggressive efforts for product substitution for ultra-dangerous chemicals.

H.R. ____.Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriation Act of 2009. Supports funding for FRA, R&D, Positive Train Control, Amtrak, and projects of National Significance. S. Con. Res. 70. and H. Con. Res 312. Current Resolution of the Budget for 2009. Monitored. H.R. ____. Department of Homeland Security Appropriation Act, 2009. Monitored,

S. 184. Surface Transportation and Rail Security Act. Title I. Sections. 109-11. Sought amendments. H.R. 1401. Rail and Public Transit Security Act of 2007. Sought amendments.

H.R. 953 and S. 2125. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act. Sections 208-09. Generally supported, but opposed performance/penalty for Amtrak service and granting Amtrak-like access to non-Amtrak operatons on freight lines. No introduced bill. Supported proposals to limit railroads' liability for transporting ultra-hazardous chemicals. H.R. 2095. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Opposed bill and sought amendments on a number of items including Hours of Service (Title II), Positive Train Control (Section 601), track defect standards (Section 603), switch position indicators (Section 602), employee sleeping quarters (Section Section 202), and whistleblower protection (Title III). S. 1889. Railroad Safety Enhancement Act. Similar issues as in H.R. 2095. Sought amendments.

S. 719 and H.R. 1248. Clean Railroads Act of 2007. Monitored bill and sought amendments. S. 1889, Section 601. H.R. 2095, Section 617, Federal Safety Enhancement Act and H.R. 2764, Section 193. Clarification of Federal jurisdiction over solid waste facilities. Sought amendments.

H.R. 1650 and S. 772. Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act. Opposed. No bill. Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). Support replacing FELA, a fault-based system, with a no-fault system.

S. 1499. Marine Emission Reduction Act. Monitored bill. S. 2191. America's Climate Security Act of 2007. Monitored bill for impact on coal and development of clean coal technology, and supported amendments to take advantage of positive attributes of railroads.

H.R. 3.(PL-109-59), SAFETEA-LU. Supported Act in 2005 and continue monitoring its implementation, particularly with respect to projects of national significance. Began preparing for the Act's next reauthorization in 2009.

H.R. 1. Implementation of the 9-11 Commission Recommendation. Sec. 15. Sought changes in preemption (sec. 1528), background checks ( sec. 1522) and routing (sec. 1551) provisions. Similar issues in H.R. 1401. S. 184. Surface Transportation & Rail Security Act. Title I. Sections 109-11. Sought amendents.

H.R. 1530. Chemical Facility Security Improvement Act of 2007. Section 2. Monitored section (a) (2) definition of chemical facility. H.R.____Draft "Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2008." Monitored legislation.

H.R. 1300. Program for Real Energy Security Act. Opposed Sec. 513 requiring freight rail to provide access for commuter rail. H.R. 6. Energy Independence & Security Act of 2007. Sec.245. Sought to delete or amend transportation of renewable fuels study. H.R. 370 & S. 155. Coal to Liquid Promotion Act and related bills. Monitored and generally supported legislation to promote coal-to-liquid activities.

S. 1125 & H.R. 2116. Freight Railroad Infrastructure Capacity Expansion Act of 2007. Supported. S. 881, H.R. 1584. Short Line Railroad Investment Act of 2007. Supported.

H.R. 953 & S. 2125. Railroad Competition and Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act. Sec. 208-09. Generally supported but opposed original provisions regarding performance/penalty provisions on host railroads for Amtrak service and Amtrak's-like access to freight lines. No introduced bill. Support proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials.

H.R. 1650, S. 772. Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act. Opposed

S. 719, H.R. 1248. Clean Railroads Act of 2007. Monitored bills. S. 1889. Sec. 601, H.R. 2095, Sec. 617 Railroad Safety Enhancement Act & H.R. 2764, Sec. 193. Clarification of Federal jurisdiction over solid waste facilities. Sought amendments.

H.R. 2761, S. 2285. Terrorist Risk Insurance Act Extension. Supported

S. 1499. Marine Emissions Reduction Act. Monitored bill to determine scope of coverage. S. 2191. America's Climate Security Act of 2007. Monitored bill for impact on coal and development of clean coal technology , and to foster positive environmental attributes of railroads.

S. 953, H.R. 2125. Railroad Competition & Service Improvement Act. Opposed bills. S. 294. Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act. Title II. Generally supported,but opposed provisions regarding non-Amtrak railroads access and performance/penalty provision on freight roads. H.R 2095. Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Opposed original bill and sought amendments on number of items including Hours of Service (Title II), positive train control(sec. 601), track defect standards(sec. 603), and switch position indicators(602) and whistleblower provisions (Title III). No Bill. Explored proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH materials.

H.R. 1300Program for Real Energy Security Act. Title V, Section 513. Opposed access to freight lines provisions. S. 1419, House Energy & Commerce Print #6. Section 6. Sought to amend transportation of renewable fuels study. H.R.370, S. 155. Coal to Liquid Promotion Act. Monitored and generally supported legislation to promote coal-to-liquid activities. H.R. 1300 Progress for Real Energy Security Act. Section 408. Monitored coal-to-liquid provisions and Rail Infrastructure (Title V).

H.R. 1530, Chemical Facility Security Improvement Act of 2007. Section 2. Monitored definition of chemical facility.

H.R.2761. Terrorist Risk Insurance Act Extension. Supports extension of TRIA (PL-107-297) Act and monitored H.R. 2761.

H.R. 1650, S. 772. Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act. Opposed bills.

H.R. 1. 9-11 Commission Implementation Act. Supported Section 1526 allowing railroad police to enforce on the property of another railroad.

S. 719, H.R. 1248. Clean Railroads Act of 2007. Monitored bills.

S. 1073,Clean Fuels and Vehicles Act of 2007. Section 2. Supported locomotive exclusion from bill's listed vehicles.

S. 1125, H.R. 2116. Freight Rail Infrastructure Capacity Extension Act of 2007. Supported. S. 881, H.R. 1584. Short Line Railroad Investment Act of 1007. Supported.

H.R. 5441. Department of Homeland Security Appropriation Act, 2007. Monitored bill and generally supported funding for certain railroad security needs. H.R. 5427. Energy and Water Appropriation Act,2007. Supported funding for clean coal R&D, Diesel Emission Reduction Act, locomotive R&D (Title III). H.R. 5576. DOT, HUD, Treasury, D.C. Appropriations Act, 2007. Supported funding for FRA R&D, Positive Train Control, RRIF, Amtrak, and projects of national significance (Title I). Opposed section 199(Senate version) that included Burns amendment.

H.R. 2491, S. 1198. International Solid Waste Importation and Management Act. Monitored. S. 1607, H.R. 3577. Solid Waste Environmental Regulations Clarification Affecting Railroads Act. Monitored.

S. 1151. Climate Stewardship & Innovation Act. Opposed mandatory approaches as in bill, but supports voluntary efforts. S. 131. Clear Skies Act of 2005. Supported. S. 150. Clean Power Act of 2005. Opposed S. 2724 Clean Air Planning Act. Opposed.

S. 1516. Passenger Rail Investment Act. Sought amendments regarding access and performance/penalties. H.R 1630, S. 1516 . Amtrak Authorization Act. Generally supported Amtrak funding but had "concerns" regarding performance standards/penalties, capacity issues, NE Corridor costs, and lack of liability coverage when freight lines used for passenger trains (Section 2, S. 1516) H.R. 5074 ( PL 109-305) Railroad Retirement Technical Improvement Act. Supported. S. 1380. Railroad Safety Improvement Act. Monitored. No bill. Explored proposals to limit railroad liability for transporting TIH hazardous materials. H.R. 1631. Rail Infrastructure Development and Expansion Act of the 21st Century. Monitored and generally supported resources for rail infrastructure where public benefits and supported RRIF (Section V) provisions. S. 919, H.R. 2047. Railroad Competition Act. Opposed bills and efforts to re-regulate the railroads. H.R. 5076. National Transportation Safety Board Safety Act. Monitored.

H.R. 2830, S. 1783. Pension Protection Act and Pension Transparency Act of 2005. Monitored. H.R. 3318, S. 312. Railroad Antitrust and Competition Enforcement Act. Opposed. H.R. 5483. Railroad Retirement Disability Earning Act. Supported.

S. 733 & H.R. 1414. Extremely Hazardous Materials Transportation Act of 2005. Opposed. H.R. 5695, S. 2145. Chemical Facility Anti-terrorism Act of 2006. Monitored legislation.

S. 1052, H.R. 2351. Transportation Security Act of 2005. Supported Section 314 of S. 1052 and section 113 of H.R. 2351 allowing railroad police to enforce on the property of another railroad.

H.R. 5890. American Made Enegy Freedom Act. Monitored. H.R. 5965. Progress for Real Energy Security Act. Monitored coal-to-liquid provisions (Section 408) and Rail Infrastructure (Title V). H.R. 5254, S. 1772 Refinery Permit Process Schedule Act. Monitored. S. 3711, H.R. 4761. Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006. Monitored. H.R. 6111. Tax Relief and Health Care Act. Monitored Title II.