In Syracuse stop, Schumer outlines railway-safety measure after Ohio train derailment

Speaking near the railroad tracks in Syracuse's Armory Square on Monday, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) announced a two-part ...

March 7, 2023
4:42 AM

Speaking near the railroad tracks in Syracuse's Armory Square on Monday, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) announced a two-part plan focused on railway safety and more accountability from railway operators. The senator's announcement follows the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, Schumer's office said. (Eric Reinhardt / CNYBJ) SYRACUSE, N.Y. — U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) on Monday launched a two-part plan to get railroads to 'increase transparency' and boost rail safety.