Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008

Safe Kids Worldwide and Union Pacific Railroad Announce Winner of "Take it From a Teen" Video Challenge and Other Educational Resources for Parents and Communities During National Rail Safety Week

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to prevent rail-related injuries and deaths to kids, Safe Kids Worldwide and Union Pacific Railroad are teaming up during Rail Safety Week to release a series of resources designed to raise awareness, educate communities, and encourage parents to talk to their kids about rail safety from an early age.

Key Points: 
  • "Our work with Union Pacific is all about helping parents, kids, and communities get the life-saving information they need to protect themselves and their kids."
  • "As an integral part of the nation's transportation network, Union Pacific is fully committed to the safety of our communities – especially youth," said Liisa Stark, Union Pacific vice president-Public Affairs.
  • "Our collaboration with Safe Kids Worldwide during Rail Safety Week is more than just a campaign; it's a call to action.
  • The "Rail Safety Station," available at safekids.org/RailSafetyStation , is an online hub with sharable content for educators, community partners, parents, and caregivers.

Amtrak Leadership Signs Operation Lifesaver Rail Safety Pledge

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- All 11 members of Amtrak's executive leadership team signed the Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) Rail Safety Pledge. Recognizing we can save lives together and in honor of U.S. National Safety Month, Amtrak and OLI challenge others to take the pledge and commit to staying safe near railroad tracks and trains.

Key Points: 
  • In honor of National Safety Month, Amtrak challenges others to save lives
    WASHINGTON, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- All 11 members of Amtrak's executive leadership team signed the Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) Rail Safety Pledge .
  • Watch Amtrak's Executive Leadership Team commit to rail safety.
  • Those who take the rail safety pledge can use the share button to post on social media.
  • "We urge everyone – kids and adults – to take the rail safety pledge, know the facts, make safe choices and share the rail safety message," said OLI Executive Director Rachel Maleh, "Take the pledge, challenge others to take the pledge, join us in raising rail safety awareness in your community and request a FREE rail safety presentation at oli.org.

Amtrak Invites the Community to Track Safety Fullerton Event

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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FULLERTON, Calif., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak, in conjunction with California Operation Lifesaver, BNSF, Caltrans, the Fullerton Train Museum, the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, Metrolink, and the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society is hosting a Track Safety Community Event during Rail Safety Week at the Fullerton Train Museum.

Key Points: 
  • FULLERTON, Calif., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak, in conjunction with California Operation Lifesaver, BNSF, Caltrans, the Fullerton Train Museum, the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, Metrolink, and the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society is hosting a Track Safety Community Event during Rail Safety Week at the Fullerton Train Museum.
  • The free rail safety event will offer local communities the opportunity to meet railroad workers, tour equipment and learn about the importance of rail safety.
  • In an effort to raise rail safety awareness and draw attention to the importance of exercising caution around railroad tracks and crossings, event details are as follows:
    What: Providing the local community an opportunity to walk-through train equipment and learn about rail safety, the Track Safety Community Event is designed to give the community, media, elected officials and stakeholders an inside look into efforts to enhance rail safety awareness, change dangerous behaviors on or near the track, and empower communities to make safe choices around railroad tracks and crossings.
  • Where: Fullerton Train Museum (200 E. Santa Fe Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832)
    Trespassing on train tracks is not only dangerous, it is also illegal in all 50 states.