Sen. Schumer Reveals: New NTSB Report on NY-Metro Train Crashes Proves Feds’ Grave Mistake in Abandoning Rule to Screen Train Operators for Apnea
On the heels of a brand new
"The non-partisan, expert-led
Schumer's letter to the DOT comes on the heels of a
For more than a decade, the
On
The
Schumer said that without proactive testing and screening, deadly derailments could keep happening and put rail passengers and everyday commuters in danger. In their recent Special Investigation Report,
Schumer today urged the DOT to immediately reconsider the decision to withdraw the proposed rule in order to help avoid future fatigue-related tragedies. Schumer said the proposed rule consisted of a modest, common-sense approach to combating fatigue on our rails and roads. Schumer said we must require across the board testing for obstructive sleep apnea if a problematic symptom is observed, preventing further injuries and possible deaths related to train crashes.
Dear Secretary Chao:
In light of the
As you know, obstructive sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that interrupts a person's breathing while asleep, causing repeated awakening and subsequent severe fatigue.
I urge you to immediately reconsider your decision to withdraw the proposed rule in order to help avoid future fatigue-related tragedies. The proposed rule consisted of a modest, common-sense approach to combating fatigue on our rails and roads: require testing for obstructive sleep apnea if a problematic symptom is observed. Thank you for your prompt attention to this critical issue. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact my staff.
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