Amtrak announced that all long-distance passenger trains have been canceled ahead of a looming freight rail workers’ strike.
The deals are based on recommendations by the Presidential Emergency Board, appointed by President Joe Biden this summer, that called for 24% raises and $5,000 in bonuses in a five-year deal, retroactive to 2020.
They have demanded the railroads provide unpaid leave time so workers could tend to their personal business, such as doctor’s appointments, without being penalized. A railroad workers’ strike could have a major economic impact in addition to affecting passenger trains.Analysts have warned of gasoline shortages in the Northeast if workers strike, as 300,000 barrels of crude oil are transported by rail every day, according to the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Some Amtrak, Sounder trips could be canceled starting Friday amid worker strikeAmtrak has already suspended two long-distance trains out of Seattle and Portland.
Read more »
Potential railroad strike: Why Amtrak is canceling trains, and everything else you need to knowMajor freight railroad operators have already warned that they are preparing for a possible strike and halting some services, creating network slowdowns, and...
Read more »
Amtrak cancellations, passenger frustrations grow amid strike threatMajor regional train systems also were warning passengers to plan for alternate travel later in the week, citing the potential of rail lines shutting down Friday if a strike isn’t averted.
Read more »
Amtrak begins to cancel trips ahead of a possible railroad strikeHundreds of thousands of Americans could find their travel plans disrupted by a looming strike by railroad workers, including some commuters in the Washington region.
Read more »
White House races to avoid railroad strike as Amtrak suspends service - CNN VideoAmtrak is warning of disruptions to its service as railroad and union officials are expected to meet with Labor Secretary Marty Walsh to avoid a freight railroad strike that could cause widespread economic consequences. VanessaCNN has more. Watch here:
Read more »
Some Metra, Amtrak trains canceled as possible freight railroad worker strike loomsSome Metra trains won't be running beginning Thursday night as the commuter rail service braces for a possible nationwide work stoppage by freight railroad workers.
Read more »