"U.S. Mandates Two-Person Crews for Freight Trains to Enhance Rail Safety"
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a final rule requiring a second crewmember on Class I freight and passenger trains to enhance rail safety, addressing concerns about single-crew operations. The rule establishes minimum safety requirements and federal oversight, allowing for public input during decision-making processes. It aims to ensure consistent safety rules for freight and passenger rail operations nationwide, with limited exceptions for smaller railroads. This move aligns with the administration's efforts to improve railway safety and hold railroads accountable.