The resolution from the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, introduced by Representative Robb Blasdel, calls on Congress to form a special committee to investigate the train derailment that occurred in East Palestine, Ohio, on February 3, 2023. The derailment involved a freight train carrying hazardous materials, leading to evacuations, fires, and the release of toxic substances into the environment. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential long-term health impacts, including the risk of "cancer clusters," as indicated by newly obtained documents from FEMA.

In light of these events and the federal response, including President Biden's Executive Order aimed at ensuring the safety of the affected communities, the resolution emphasizes the need for a thorough investigation into both the derailment and the actions taken by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It specifically urges Congress to include members of the Ohio Congressional delegation in this special committee and mandates that copies of the resolution be sent to key federal officials and the media to raise awareness of the situation.