US Lawmakers, Unions Oppose Railroad Plan to Automate Track Safety Inspections

A U.S. railroad industry plan to rely more heavily on technology instead of humans to conduct routine track safety inspections has drawn a backlash from labor groups and lawmakers who voiced worry that automated inspections will result in more accidents.

Aug 25, 2025 - 08:00
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US Lawmakers, Unions Oppose Railroad Plan to Automate Track Safety Inspections
A U.S. railroad industry plan to rely more heavily on technology instead of humans to conduct routine track safety inspections has drawn a backlash from labor groups and lawmakers who voiced worry that automated inspections will result in more accidents.

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