Congress Urged To Block Rail Strike Amid Fears Over Chemical Supplies

September 14, 2022
Editor’s Note: After this story was published, President Joe Biden announced Sept. 15 that a “tentative agreement” had been reached between railroad companies and labor unions, likely averting a strike. “I thank the unions and rail companies for negotiating in good faith and reaching a tentative agreement that will keep our critical rail system working and avoid disruption of our economy,” Biden said in a statement. Water utilities, chemical manufacturers and other sectors are ramping up calls...

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