In testimony before the panel, Mr. Vance said the legislation is comprised of "reasonable public safety enhancements," and he pushed back against critics in his party who see it as government overreach.
Norfolk Southern president vows help for derailment victims but hedges on new rail safety laws
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In testimony Thursday, Mr. Vance told the committee the legislation is a necessary step and pushed back against free market critics in the GOP.
Norfolk Southern CEO apologizes, testifies his company will clean derailment site
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