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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Funk

Trump administration proposes stricter English proficiency rules for Mexican train crews

A new federal initiative seeks to ensure Mexican train crews transporting freight across the U.S. border can comprehend vital safety information in English, while also protecting American jobs from the use of foreign labor.

The proposed rule, announced Friday by the Trump administration, aims to strengthen certification standards for safe train operations. Two major rail unions have praised the measure.

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