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Tammy Baldwin: “With increased volume comes increased risk, and last November, two trains carrying hazardous materials derailed in the…”

On the recordApril 11, 2016
With increased volume comes increased risk, and last November, two trains carrying hazardous materials derailed in the State of Wisconsin.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Baldwin discusses the risks associated with increased crude oil transportation by rail.

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