Federal Appeals Court Upholds FRA's Two-Person Crew Rule for Trains

A federal appeals court has upheld a Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rule requiring two-person crews in most circumstances for trains, rejecting arguments from the railroad industry. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit affirmed the 2024 rule, which was challenged by the Association of American Railroads and other entities. This decision is seen as a significant victory for railroad safety advocates.