Cramer Statement on Surface Transportation Board Rail Service Decision

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Today the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB) issued a decision regarding freight rail service delays affecting North Dakota. The decision orders Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) and BNSF Railway to report to STB by April 18 their plans to ensure delivery of fertilizer shipments for the spring planting of U.S. crops, and provide weekly status reports including delivery data and number of cars associated with agricultural destinations. Congressman Kevin Cramer issued the following statement:

"I am encouraged by this decision from STB which recognizes the urgency of spring planting. While this may help farmers get the fertilizer they need, there are still unacceptable delays for shipping grain and other products to market. This is one of the most significant infrastructure challenges we face in the growing North Dakota economy, and I continue to be personally engaged in the situation."

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