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Washington, D.C. — On World Environment Day, GoRail convened over 100 attendees—from local, county, and state leaders to freight rail and environmental experts—for a timely webinar on…
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Austin, TX — A new chapter in rail safety is underway in Texas, where the state is creating a major funding program to tackle one…
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Washington, D.C. — On May 7, 2025, the freight rail industry came together for another impactful Railroad Day on Capitol Hill. With over 375 meetings…
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Washington, DC —Every year, our nation’s trains alongside trucks and barges deliver a stunning amount of consumer goods to Americans—nearly 59 tons of freight for…
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Washington, D.C. — Our Rail Champions initiative is a simple but powerful idea: the people closest to freight rail—whether through work, community, or personal passion—are…
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Washington, DC — At first glance, a track switch might seem like just another piece of rail infrastructure. But these small, unassuming mechanisms are the backbone…
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Washington, D.C. — The trains that move America’s goods are among the most critical drivers of the U.S. economy—and a new study helps quantify and…
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Railroad safety and noise mitigation are critical concerns for communities and industry stakeholders alike. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Train Horn Rule, issued in 2006,…
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Washington, D.C. — The second round of the Rail Crossing Elimination (RCE) grant program is making significant strides in enhancing rail safety, efficiency, and connectivity…
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Washington, DC — While much about the 119th Congress is now known, there are still significant uncertainties regarding the infrastructure policy landscape. Here are several…
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