Rail security

The Federal Railroad Administration has proposed that rail car manufacturers certify that their rail cars were made in countries that haven’t been flagged by the U.S. government for national security concerns. Two trade groups representing rail equipment manufacturers support this measure.

In the wake of the latest deadly shootings, Democratic lawmakers urge carriers to tighten firearm security measures.

Lobbying group considering more legislation and White House action to stop threat to U.S. rail system.