49 CFR 299.1 - Purpose and scope.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 09, 2026

Title 49 - Transportation last revised: Feb 03, 2026

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§ 299.1 - Purpose and scope.

This part prescribes minimum Federal safety standards for the high-speed transportation system described in detail in § 299.13, known as Texas Central Railroad, LLC and hereinafter referred to as the “railroad.” The purpose of this part is to prevent accidents, casualties, and property damage which could result from operation of this system.

authority: 49 U.S.C. 20103,20107,20133,20141,20302,20306,20701,21301,21304; 28 U.S.C. 2461,note; and 49 CFR 1.89

source: 85 FR 69731, Nov. 3, 2020, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 49 CFR 299.1