Garrett Tours Train Infrastructure to Discuss Rail Safety with Local Officials
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Scott Garrett (NJ-05) toured key railroad tracks and infrastructure carrying crude oil through NJ-05 in Haworth and Harrington Park with local officials. The tour allowed Congressman Garrett to see first-hand the measures being taken to prevent an environmental disaster and listen to the concerns of local elected officials about rail safety.
Rep. Garrett tours key railroad tracks and infrastructure carrying crude oil
through NJ-05 in Haworth (left) and Harrington Park (right) with local officials.
“The safety and security of northern New Jersey is my top priority, and it’s important that everyone knows that my office is a resource for the towns in my district,” said Garrett. “We need to ensure an open line of communication exists between local officials, the rail industry, federal officials, and New Jersey residents, and that’s why I’ve demanded answers from federal agencies such as the FRA, the DOT, and the OMB. I will continue to work with the mayors to guarantee the safety of our communities.”
Background:
With an increased number of trains carrying crude oil throughout the country, the safety and reliability of the train tracks and infrastructure carrying this oil through New Jersey is a top priority for Congressman Garrett. This year, he has called on the Department of Transportation (DOT) and OMB to finalize a rule about the safety of DOT-111 tank cars that carry crude oil, introduced an amendment to increase funding to rail safety and operations, and requested information from the Federal Railroad Administration about safety reports.
Related:
Press Release: Garrett Calls on FRA for Information about Safety and Reliability of NJ Train Tracks
Press Release: Garrett Introduces Amendment to Increase Funding to Rail Safety and Operations
Press Release: Garrett Calls on DOT and OMB to Finalize Hazardous Materials Rule for DOT-111 Tank Cars
Op-Ed: The Record - Repair infrastructure before taking on new projects
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