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Peter DeFazio: “The Surface Transportation Board is heavily focused on ensuring economic vitality of the railroads when it should be…”

On the recordMarch 7, 2022
The Surface Transportation Board is heavily focused on ensuring economic vitality of the railroads when it should be supporting a balanced national freight rail system that serves its customers well.
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Peter DeFazio
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

DeFazio calls for the STB to prioritize customer service over railroad profits.

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