D.C. Code § 8-151.08a: State safety oversight agency designation for DC Streetcar.

DDOE is designated as the state safety oversight agency, as described in 49 U.S.C. § 5329(e) and regulations issued thereunder, for the DC Streetcar when:

(1)

The Secretary of Transportation provides its approval of the operation of the District's state safety oversight program by the Department pursuant to 49 U.S.C. § 5329(e); and

(2)

The Mayor publishes a notice in the District of Columbia Register:

(A)

Stating that the approval referenced in paragraph (1) of this section was provided; and

(B)

Identifying the date on which the Department shall assume the responsibility of serving as the state safety oversight agency.