U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy welcomed Derek Barrs as the 8th Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and David Fink as the 16th Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

New Chief at the FMCSA

As Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Barrs will spearhead the FMCSA’s work to strengthen roadway safety, improve the efficiency of freight and passenger transport, and restore commonsense, results-driven oversight. 

A long-time advocate within the commercial motor vehicle (CMV) industry, he represented one of the largest CMV associations as president of industry membership and chaired enforcement and industry modernization efforts. In these roles, he led initiatives to harness technology, modernize enforcement, and strengthen safety outcomes nationwide. 

“My mission is clear — to strengthen safety, demand accountability, and deliver results that make a real difference,” said Barrs. “Working alongside law enforcement and industry partners, I am committed to making bold progress that keeps Americans safer on our roads and our nation moving forward.”

Insuring Rail Safety

With more than 45 years of experience in transportation and leadership, former Pan Am Railways CEO Fink continues a family legacy as the fifth generation to work in the railroad industry.

At the FRA, he will work to carry out the agency’s mission to enable the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods along a national rail network critical to the U.S. transportation system and economy.

“Under this Administration, FRA will return to its primary focus on safety, leveraging innovation, and maximizing our resources for a strong America now and in the future,” said Fink.