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FRA admin: Train length a factor in considering crew-size rule

April 13, 2022 Federal Railroad Administrator Amit Bose last week addressed a shippers’ conference and said that part of his agency’s rationale in approaching a minimum crew size rulemaking will be taking into consideration the carriers’ use of longer trains, Trains Magazine reported April [...]

Tags Amit Bose, Federal Railroad Administration, precision scheduled railroading, two-person crews

STB announces hearing regarding rail service

April 8, 2022 Class I railroad officials have a two-day-long hearing before the federal Surface Transportation Board (STB) to prepare for later this month. Reports from shippers to STB regarding poor service — the latest being a letter directly from the National Grain and Feed Association, [...]

Tags BNSF Railway, CSX Transportation, Martin J. Oberman, Norfolk Southern Corp., precision scheduled railroading, Surface Transportation Board, Union Pacific

Leaders Recommit to the Fight Ahead on the Last Day of SMART Leadership Conference

August 6, 2015 As the 2025 SMART Annual Leadership Conference wraps up, several important issues took center stage, including the looming Union Pacific/Norfolk Southern merger. Read on to learn how leaders are more prepared than ever to continue laying the groundwork for a successful future for our union.

United for Safety, Unity, and Progress: Day Two of the 2025 SMART Leadership Conference

August 5, 2015 The second day of the 2025 SMART Leadership Conference centered on rail safety and legislative efforts, with leaders urging members to stay united and engaged. Congressional allies reinforced the importance of organized labor in pushing for pro-worker policies.

Victories and Challenges Take Center Stage on First Day of SMART Annual Leadership Conference

August 4, 2015 The 2025 SMART Leadership Conference kicked off this morning in New York City, bringing together hundreds of Sheet Metal and Transportation Division members for three days of collaboration and education. Read on for a recap of Day 1.