DOT: Request for Information

DOT has extended the comment period time for the request for information regarding the ROUTES Initiative (information below). This means it is NOT TOO LATE for you to submit a…
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National Freight Strategic Plan: Request for Information

The safe and efficient movement of freight is vital to the Nation’s economic growth and to the creation of well-paying jobs for millions of Americans. The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation…
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IRPT’s Response to DOT’s Request for Information: ROUTES Initiative

Many of you have reviewed the Department of Transportation’s request for information regarding the new ROUTES Initiative sent by IRPT today. Further, many of you have noticed that the ROUTES…
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ROUTES Request for Information (Due 12-27)

November 27, 2019: Federal Register (full link below) The Office of the Secretary, Department of Transportation (DOT) issues a request for information regarding the ROUTES Initiative. On October 28, 2019,…
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Notice of Funding Opportunity: Railroad Rehabilitation & Improvement Financing

Notice of Funding Opportunity for Letters of Interest for the RRIF Express Pilot Program Under the Railroad Rehabilitation & Improvement Financing Program The Office of the Secretary of Transportation, U.S.…
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FRA: Notice of Funding Opportunity

FRA: Notice of Funding Opportunity for Railroad Trespassing Enforcement Grant Program This notice details the application requirements and procedures to obtain grant funding for eligible projects under the Railroad Trespassing…
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Review of DOC Policy in Opportunity Zones

August 31, 2019: Federal Register (full link below) Review of DOC Policy in Opportunity Zones Consistent with Executive Order 13853, “Establishing the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council,” (“The Council”)…
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Federal Register: Notice of Funding Opportunity – CRISI

August 17, 2019: Federal Register (full link below) Notice of Funding Opportunity for Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued…
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Extended Deadline for Grant Applications – MARAD

August 2, 2019: Federal Register (full link below) Deadline Extended; Notice of Funding Opportunity for America’s Marine Highway Projects This notice announces the extension of the America’s Marine Highway Funding…
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Notice for Proposals: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Notice for Proposals: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, DoD has issued a notice for proposals pursuant to Section 7001 of Water Resources Reform and…
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As the official record of federal rules, proposed regulations, and public notices, the Federal Register often contains actions that directly impact inland river transportation. IRPT continuously monitors these filings, identifies what matters most to our industry, and immediately alerts our members to developments that affect their operations, investments, and communities. Our members can stay focused on running their businesses—because IRPT is watching Washington for them.