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Federal Register · July 1, 2025
The title they went with Retiring Form FRA F 6180.107 and Form FRA F 6180.150 Noisy translates that to

Railroad accident reporting forms are retired, record keeping period shortened

What happened
The US Federal Railroad Administration is getting rid of two forms used to report railroad accidents and injuries. It is also shortening the time railroads must keep these records.
Why it matters
Railroad companies will have less paperwork to file and keep for certain types of incidents. This change reduces the administrative burden on railroads, especially for minor incidents or those involving highway users. It could mean less detailed data is available for future safety analysis.
The signal
Watch for any changes in the reported number or type of minor incidents, or if new data collection methods emerge to fill the gap left by the retired forms.
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