Treasure Coast Newspapers Editorial Board
April 12, 2018
TC Palm
(Excerpt)
Based on language proposed by [Senator Debbie] Mayfield, the state Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability will be directed to examine existing and planned passenger rail operations in the Sunshine State. The study will include the following:
- An overview of the Florida rail system, including existing and planned passenger rail operations.
- An overview of the jurisdiction of federal, state and local governments to regulate rail operations.
- A review of data relating to incidents, including injuries and fatalities, involving passenger rail.
- Recommendations to enhance passenger rail safety in the state.
The rail study takes on heightened importance in light of what has transpired in recent months south of our region. Four people have been struck and killed by Brightline trains since the passenger rail service began in January.
The mandate to study rail operations became official when Gov. Rick Scott signed the state budget.
To read the full editorial, click here: https://www.tcpalm.com/story/opinion/editorials/2018/04/12/finally-victory-those-opposed-brightline-our-view/510192002/