Birdwatch Note Rating
2023-02-24 01:54:03 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: B2ABDAF628397A25FEE1D1B866A771599C4D6D47BE466C5B13170564C5904E06
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Original Note:
The letter signed by several Senators was over waivers to increase Automated Track Inspection and utilize Visual Inspections to verify and recheck the automated systems' discoveries. DOT had embraced the new technology (pg 103) until resistance from union groups. https://railroads.dot.gov/sites/fra.dot.gov/files/2021-05/Reducing%20Hazards%20for%20Track%20Inspection.pdf https://www.rtands.com/safety/bnsf-fra-automated-track-inspection-dispute-in-federal-court/
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