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Fetterman Urges Congress to Pass Railway Safety Act

2/4/2026

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On the third anniversary of the Ohio derailment, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) urged Congress to pass the Railway Safety Act.
The act would increase penalties for railroads responsible for toxic spills and strengthen safety measures.
Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.) echoed the call and urged Republicans to act, saying, "It’s time to make rail safer."
The derailment's impact extended to Pennsylvania, including Darlington Township.

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Story summary

On the third anniversary of the Ohio derailment, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) urged Congress to pass the Railway Safety Act.
The act would increase penalties for railroads responsible for toxic spills and strengthen safety measures.
Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.) echoed the call and urged Republicans to act, saying, "It’s time to make rail safer."
The derailment's impact extended to Pennsylvania, including Darlington Township.