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Texas railyards
Coverage of Texas railyards in the Nexus archive.
- Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US
The Trump administration is proposing stricter English proficiency requirements for Mexican train crews operating in the U.S. to ensure safety and protect American jobs. The rule, supported by rail unions, targets Union Pacific and CPKC, which were found to have crews struggling with English during inspections. The Federal Railroad Administration cited safety concerns, particularly around communication with dispatchers and emergency responders.