North America's freight rail trade group, shaping policy and safety
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has moved toward ending federal monitorship after decades of oversight. Barbara Jones oversees the process with a path to a permanent compliance role; the union has implemented internal controls and vowed tougher discipline. The development follows ongoing mergers of union leadership and the approval of related reforms.
The Federal Railroad Administration has proposed a rule to strengthen certification standards for safe train operations. Unions welcome the move; UP and CPKC are silent as inspectors flagged English-language issues in several yards.