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Can coal train impacts at rail crossings be mitigated?

Montana Public Radio | By Edward F. O'Brien

Published March 25, 2014 at 1:43 PM MDT

Coal export-related rail traffic in Montana is rising and not expected to subside anytime soon. Pacific Northwest-bound train traffic can have impacts on communities, leaving some wondering why more can't be done to mitigate those inconveniences. In this interview with Edward O'Brien, Montana Coal Board member Tom Towe talks about the options available to Montana communities.
The Billings attorney is well-versed on the issue as he created the Montana Coal Tax, Montana Coal Tax Trust Fund and Coal Impact Fund some 3 decades ago:

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Edward F. O'Brien

Edward O’Brien first landed at Montana Public Radio three decades ago as a news intern while attending the UM School of Journalism. He covers a wide range of stories from around the state.
edward.obrien@umt.edu.
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