Policy Issues
Webinar Recap: The Cost of Organized Theft and Where CORCA Stands in Congress
Washington, D.C. — When cargo goes missing, the loss doesn’t stay with the company that was robbed. It shows up in shipping costs, in empty…
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Economic ImpactAmerica at 250, Rail at 200: A National Story from Michigan’s Crossroads
Durand, MI -- There are many places to tell America’s railroad story. Ours begins at a crossroads in Michigan, where generations of people, goods and…
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IntermodalOp-ed: R.I. isn’t immune to cargo theft. It’ s time to strengthen the law so we stop paying the price
Providence, RI — Mike Stenhouse, CEO of the Rhode Island Center for Freedom & Prosperity, makes the case in a Sept. 15 commentary for The…
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IntermodalBehind the Scenes of America’s Supply Chain: Touring BNSF’s Intermodal Facility and the UPS CACH Hub
Hodgkins, IL -- Recently, GoRail State Director Emily Traiforos joined members of the Illinois delegation to tour the BNSF intermodal terminal in Hodgkins, Illinois, and the adjacent UPS Chicago Area Consolidation…
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Truck Size and WeightInside the Debate Over Truck Size and Weight: Webinar Recap
Washington, D.C. -- Truck size and weight policy doesn't sound like the kind of issue that keeps people up at night. But as Congress works…
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Policy IssuesOp-ed: Keeping Kansas Moving Means Getting Freight Rail Policy Right
Wichita, KS — Brecken Morel, interim president and CEO of the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce, makes the case for evidence-based freight rail policy in…
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AdvocacyRail Champions 101: How to Advocate for Freight Rail in Congress
Washington, DC — August recess is one of the most important times of year for advocacy. With members of Congress back home meeting with constituents,…
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AdvocacyRep. Tony Wied Gets a Firsthand Look at Freight Rail in Green Bay
House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee lawmaker rides along with a Watco short line crew and talks tax credits, safety policy, and grant funding. Green Bay, Wis. — U.S. Representative Tony Wied (WI-8) joined…
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AdvocacyAdvocacy Corner: Six Best Practices for Making Your Voice Count
Washington, D.C. — Effective advocacy doesn't require a title, a policy degree or a seat in Washington. It starts with knowing what you care about, understanding what you're asking for, and making sure the…
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Innovation and TechnologyOp-ed: Montana's transportation future should reward innovation, not hold it back
Helena, MT — Todd O’Hair, president and CEO of the Montana Chamber of Commerce, discusses the importance of protecting Montana's freight network from prescriptive federal…
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