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News•by News/Media Release•November 15, 2023

FTA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Rules to Strengthen Transit Safety Oversight

The FTA is seeking public comment on proposed changes to federal regulations that increase the roles and responsibilities of SSOAs to maintain effective oversight of rail transit systems nationwide.  

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News•by Staff and News Reports•November 14, 2023

MTI Report: 71% of Americans Would Pay Higher Gas Taxes for Safer Roads

The survey series also assesses public support for raising transportation revenue through higher federal gas taxes or a new mileage fee.

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News•by News/Media Release•November 10, 2023

How TransLink is Preparing for Winter Weather

Among the winter readiness measures, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) will be testing the winter performance of a newly available bus tire.

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News•by News/Media Release•November 9, 2023

J. J. Keller Launches New Vehicle Accident Investigation Training Service

This onsite, consultant-led program trains a carrier’s fleet manager to understand the post-accident FMCSR requirements, determine if a driver followed the proper procedures, and more.

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Articles•by Alex Roman•November 9, 2023

March Networks Unveils New Capabilities, Focuses on Future of Video Surveillance

METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman recently spoke to Net Payne, chief sales and marketing officer at March Networks, about the new platform, the importance of surveillance in transit, and how AI will continue to play a role in the industry’s future.

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News•by News/Media Release•November 8, 2023

Data Shows Fewer BART Trains Impacted by Unwanted Behavior

From May through October, the number of trains negatively impacted by BART PD incidents has fallen by more than 60%.

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News•by News/Media Release•November 6, 2023

RTA Provides Transit Passes to Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

While use of the cards and some anonymous demographic information will be tracked and reported by The Network in an annual report, anonymity is key for survivors of gender-based violence.

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Articles•by Dan Verbsky •November 2, 2023

How Advanced Content Management Systems Can Enhance Transit Hub Experiences, Capabilities

CMSs are making it possible to centrally control content, power, and emergency broadcast capabilities for virtually every type and size of digital screen from flight information displays and overhead banners to direct-view LED video walls and menu boards.

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News•by Staff and News Reports•November 1, 2023

Sound Transit to Launch New Fare Compliance Program

Beginning Nov. 15, Seattle’s Sound Transit Fare Ambassadors will issue violations to passengers found to be riding repeatedly without proof of payment.

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News•by Staff and News Reports•November 1, 2023

NTSB Urges FRA to Expand Tech Usage to Improve Rail Safety

In a report, the NTSB identified situations where new and emerging technologies can improve the nation’s existing positive train control, or PTC, system and benefit rail safety.

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