The train derailment in East Palestine has prompted calls for change.
WASHINGTON — Will laws involving trains in the United States change following a series of recent derailments, most notably the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio?
Shaw is expected to share what he knows about the incident, but he'll also likely be grilled by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle who are frustrated this occurred. Many lawmakers want Norfolk Southern to pay for the cleanup.As far as the proposed legislation that could pass Congress, the Bipartisan Railway Safety Act of 2023 is the proposal that has attracted the most attention. It's backed by Democratic and Republican lawmakers and endorsed by President Joe Biden.
It would make railroads do a better job of informing states about hazardous materials when they roll through those states.
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