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3407 families discuss upcoming deadline

Updated: Friday, 30 Jul 2010, 1:35 PM EDT
Published : Tuesday, 29 Jun 2010, 5:27 PM EDT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - A deadline is only days away for the government to extend an air safety bill, created in the aftermath of the Flight 3407 disaster in Clarence Center.

Families who've been fighting for improved safety standards since the crash are marching forward in their crusade.

News 4 spoke with Robin Tolsma and Jennifer West, who both lost their husbands in the crash of 3407. We covered Robin and Jennifer in Washington when the National Transportation Safety Board pointed out deficiencies in FAA regulations. Watch the video to hear what these two women had to say about the upcoming deadline.

To support the cause of the Flight 3407 families, visit their website to find out how you can help.

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