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The Norfolk Southern train derailment in Ohio has raised major concerns about the environmental and health impacts of hazardous materials released into the ground, water and air. The rail industry has successfully lobbied against stricter rules for trains carrying flammable chemicals, according to The Lever.

While a presidential board has urged a compromise, two of the largest unions have not agreed to the deal, which could prompt a major strike or the railroads to lock out passenger rail agencies [...]