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Mexican Train Crews Face New English Rules | Odessa News
The Federal Railroad Administration is rolling out new safety rules for freight trains crossing from Mexico, mandating that Mexican crews fully understand critical safety info in English after inspections exposed dangerous communication gaps with dispatchers and emergency teams. The move also targets the practice of letting foreign crews operate trains deeper into U.S. territory, which threatens American jobs and undermines safety standards. Backed by railroad unions, the regulations aim to ensure certifications reflect real-world operational competence—not just automated system oversight—and…
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