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US House Panel To Hold Hearing On Maryland Bridge Collapse

View of the Dali cargo vessel which crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge causing it to collapse in Baltimore, Maryland

A US House panel has announced that it will be holding a hearing to investigate the recent bridge collapse in Maryland. The incident, which occurred on [date], has raised concerns about the safety and maintenance of infrastructure in the state.

The bridge collapse resulted in [number] fatalities and [number] injuries, prompting calls for a thorough examination of the circumstances leading up to the tragic event. The hearing will provide an opportunity for lawmakers to gather information, hear from experts, and determine what steps need to be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Officials from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are expected to testify at the hearing, along with representatives from the Maryland Department of Transportation and other relevant agencies. The goal of the hearing is to uncover any potential lapses in oversight or maintenance that may have contributed to the bridge collapse.

Infrastructure safety has been a growing concern in the United States, with many bridges and roads in need of repair or replacement. The Maryland bridge collapse serves as a stark reminder of the importance of investing in infrastructure to ensure the safety of the public.

The US House panel is committed to conducting a thorough investigation into the Maryland bridge collapse and taking appropriate action to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. The hearing is scheduled to take place on [date] and will be open to the public.

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