Connecticut Southern Railroad, Inc.-Change of Operators Exemption-Central New England Railroad, Inc.

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**Railroad Operator Change in Connecticut** This federal regulation allows Connecticut Southern Railroad, Inc. to change operators on a railroad line currently operated by Central New England Railroad, Inc. **What it does:** Grants an exemption that permits the transfer of railroad operations between these two companies without going through the full regulatory review process. **Who it affects:** - The two railroad companies involved - Communities and businesses along the affected rail line - Rail customers who ship goods on this route - Railroad employees who may transfer between companies **What would change:** Day-to-day railroad operations would continue, but under new management. Service schedules, rates, or employment conditions might change depending on how the new operator runs the line. The actual railroad infrastructure and routes would remain the same. This type of exemption is routine in the railroad industry when companies transfer operational responsibilities while maintaining existing service.

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