President Biden visits East Palestine, Ohio to announce new research grants for health Impacts of 2023 train derailment

Over a year after a train derailment caused toxic pollution in East Palestine, Ohio, President Biden visited the area and announced new research grants for studying the health effects of the disaster. The grants will support six universities in studying the short- and long-term impacts of the derailment, which released highly toxic vinyl chloride. Residents continue to suffer from health problems, and concerns have been raised about the duration of assistance programs from Norfolk Southern. Biden also expressed support for a rail safety bill pending in the Senate, emphasizing the importance of collective action.

President Biden's visit

President Biden's visit to East Palestine, Ohio highlighted the ongoing impact of the train derailment and the need for further research into its health effects.

The announcement of new research grants and concerns over the duration of assistance programs from Norfolk Southern underscore the ongoing challenges faced by the affected residents.