WASHINGTON, D.C. -Edward R. Hamberger, president and CEO of the Association of American Railroads (AAR), issued the following statement in reaction to the confirmation of Ronald L. Batory as Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration.
“The freight railroad industry congratulates Ron Batory on his confirmation to become FRA Administrator. Ron Batory is supremely qualified to guide the FRA moving forward, equipped with years of real world experience that will surely assist him in his oversight duties. We look forward to working with Administrator Batory in our collective mission to ensure maximum rail safety.”
