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Fee to fund soundproofing one proposal at rail hearing
At a Chicago safety hearing on federal rail rules, Alderman Thomas Murphy proposed funding soundproofing for homes near whistle-happy grade crossings via railroad fees. He suggested charges on rail cars and off-loaded trailers, likening to airline head taxes, to avoid burdening taxpayers.
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Chicago
Thomas Murphy
St. Xavier University
Federal Rail Agency
Illinois
Patrick O’malley
R-Palos Park
Ginger Rugai
Murphy
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City of Chicago