[Federal Register Volume 68, Number 248 (Monday, December 29, 2003)]
[Notices]
[Page 75021]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 03-31865]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Surface Transportation Board

[STB Ex Parte No. 290 (Sub No. 5) (2004-1)]


Quarterly Rail Cost Adjustment Factor

AGENCY: Surface Transportation Board.

ACTION: Approval of rail cost adjustment factor.

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SUMMARY: The Board has approved the first quarter 2004 rail cost 
adjustment factor (RCAF) filed by the Association of American 
Railroads. The first quarter 2004 RCAF (Unadjusted) is 1.025. The first 
quarter 2004 RCAF (Adjusted) is 0.517. The first quarter 2004 RCAF-5 is 
0.492.

EFFECTIVE DATE: January 1, 2004.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mac Frampton, (202) 565-1541. Federal 
Information Relay Service (FIRS) for the hearing impaired: 1-800-877-
8339.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Additional information is contained in the 
Board's decision. To purchase a copy of the full decision, write to, 
call, or pick up in person from: ASAP Document Solutions, Suite 405, 
1925 K Street, NW., Washington, DC 20006, telephone (202) 293-7878. 
[Assistance for the hearing impaired is available through FIRS: 1-800-
877-8339.]
    This action will not significantly affect either the quality of the 
human environment or energy conservation.
    Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 605(b), we conclude that our action will not 
have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

    Decided: December 18, 2003.

    By the Board, Chairman Nober.
Vernon A. Williams,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 03-31865 Filed 12-24-03; 8:45 am]
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