The Secretary of Transportation may—
The Secretary of Transportation may—
(A) inspect and test a signal system used by a railroad carrier; and
(B) decide whether the system is in safe operating condition.
In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary may employ only an individual who—
(A) has no interest in a patented article required to be used on or with a signal system; and
(B) has no financial interest in a railroad carrier or in a concern dealing in railroad supplies.
The Secretary may investigate, test, and report on the use of and need for a signal system, without cost to the United States Government, when the system is submitted in completed shape for investigation and testing.
(Pub. L. 103–272, § 1(e), July 5, 1994, 108 Stat. 884.)