Valerie Foushee: “The issue of firefighter safety is very near and dear to me.”

Emissions from the railroad industry in the form of carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, and particulate matter have significantly impacted the health of many vulnerable communities that live near rail yards and rail lines across the United…

The reality is that ridership estimates for this new system are very low compared to highway or air traffic numbers for one clear reason: they are too slow.

He encouraged the railroads to join with Congress and regulators to improve safety, rather than continue to fight against proposed safety reforms.

"People under the age of 18 should not be able to interact with AI chatbots. These chatbots continue to put the lives and mental health of children at risk, and it is critical for Congress to act immediately," Rep. Foushee said.