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The Trump administration mandates English proficiency for Mexican train crews in the U.S. due to safety concerns from language barriers at border rail facilities.
The Trump administration is requiring Mexican train crews operating in the U.S. to demonstrate English proficiency after federal inspections found language barriers at Union Pacific’s Eagle Pass and CPKC’s Laredo facilities, where crews struggled with safety rules, brake tests, and hazardous materials protocols.
The Federal Railroad Administration warned both railroads they could face enforcement actions if issues persist and reiterated that foreign crews must not travel more than 10 miles into the U.S.
The move is part of broader efforts to enforce English language standards for transportation workers, including withholding $40 million from California and threatening sanctions on states issuing commercial driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants.
Railroads and labor unions support the initiative, citing safety, security, and job protection concerns.
La administración Trump exige dominio del inglés para las tripulaciones de trenes mexicanos en los Estados Unidos debido a preocupaciones de seguridad por las barreras lingüísticas en las instalaciones ferroviarias fronterizas.