Published 1 year ago

Senate reaches deal to avert rail strike

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The Senate passed a bill to bind rail companies and workers to a proposed settlement. That settlement had been rejected by some of the 12 unions involved. The Senate vote was 80-15, one day after the House voted to impose the agreement. The measure now goes to President Joe Biden's desk for his signature.

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