Big Railroads Reject Proven Safety Program, Putting Communities at Risk

More than two years after a catastrophic derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, which released deadly chemicals and forced mass evacuations, America's largest freight railroads have yet to embrace a federal safety program proven to reduce rail accidents by roughly 20 percent. This stubborn refusal isn't just corporate obstinance; it endangers the millions of Americans living near rail lines where hazardous materials are transported daily. How Long Will We Let Corporate Resistance Jeopardize Our Communities? The Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C³RS), modeled after aviation's life-saving reporting program, enables railroad employees to confidentially report near-misses and safety concerns without fear of...