Bottom line: The Surface Transportation Board (STB) is increasing 87 of its 135 fees for filing certain cases and pleadings; 48 stay at current levels. The rule is scheduled to take effect November 12, 2026.

By the numbers

• Fees increasing: 87 of 135
• Fees unchanged: 48
• Document type: Final rule (Federal Register citation 91 FR 64787)
• Publication date: October 13, 2026
• Effective date: November 12, 2026
• Docket: EP 542 (Sub-No. 34)

Why it matters

The rule is the Board's annual fee update and applies to the fees the public must pay to file certain cases and pleadings with the Board. Anyone who files with the STB should check the new fee schedule in the full rule text before the effective date.

Source: Federal Register document 2026-20889.