Political Quotes

Peter DeFazio: “So if they were running a 3-mile-long train through mountainous terrain where we could prove or we would know that the…”

On the recordFebruary 4, 2020
So if they were running a 3-mile-long train through mountainous terrain where we could prove or we would know that the inadequate radio systems they have--not satellite-based--couldn't communicate, would that be a safety violation that would be fineable?
Said by
Peter DeFazio
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

DeFazio questions the safety of long trains in challenging terrains due to communication issues.

Share

More from Peter DeFazio

Dec 6, 2022

I think there is going to be a lot of work coming.

congress.gov
Dec 6, 2022

Being Chair of the Committee over the past four years has been the highlight of my 36-year career.

congress.gov
Dec 6, 2022

As polar ice steadily decreases, new trade routes will emerge, linking Asia, North America, and Europe.

congress.gov
Dec 6, 2022

The Coast Guard does not have the privilege of ignoring the significant and consequential impacts that climate change is having on our environment.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation