OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — The Washington state House passed a bill Thursday night to strengthen safety regulations as increasing numbers of oil trains move through the state. The measure, which drew bipartisan support in a 60-38 vote, requires advance notice of oil transfers, allows for the possibility of tug escorts for oil barges and requires railroads and others to show they can pay for oil spill cleanup.
Wash. House Passes Bill To Improve Safety Of Oil Transport
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