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Railroads push radio bill but seek grade separations
Illinois lawmakers debated a rail safety bill as the Illinois Railroad Association signaled support after amendments. The measure would require radio communication gear for railways in East St. Louis and Chicago switching zones, with emphasis on grade separations to ease emergency vehicle access and train conflicts. committee members urged more study and an optional amendment to include Alton-Wood River.
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Bud Farrar
Lindsay-Schaub
Springfield
Wyvetter Young
East St. Louis
Illinois Railroad Association
House Transportation Committee
James Reents
Illinois Central Gulf
Gordon Loughta
Clarence Neff
R-Stronghurst
Committee
Longhta
Neff
John Sharp
D-Wood River
Alton-Wood River
Rep. Young
Rep. Sharp
Sharp
Railroad Association