Economic Impact
Op-ed: Keep the Rails Strong
Marion, NC – Steve Little, mayor of the City of Marion, wrote an op-ed in favor of freight railroads for the McDowell News recently. With his…
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InfrastructureOp-ed: Freight rail is key to US infrastructure
Takoma Park, MD — Jarrett Smith, Takoma Park City Councilmember and member of the National League of Cities Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, highlighted Governor Larry Hogan’s…
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Policy IssuesOp-ed: Policymakers should get rail policies right
Atlanta, GA — Brett Harrell, a member of the Georgia State House of Representatives, highlights the success of freight rail in supporting Atlanta’s growing population, and…
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Policy IssuesAdvocacy Corner: District Meetings
"Direct constituent interactions have more influence on lawmakers’ decisions than other advocacy strategies." —Congressional Management Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the relationship between citizens…
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Policy IssuesRail Re-Regulation Proposals: A Road Map
Washington, DC — A little-know government regulator could bring sweeping changes for the freight rail industry—changes that undermine the efficient nationwide rail network relied on by…
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InfrastructureCongressman Jesús “Chuy” García Tours CREATE Projects
Chicago, IL — The CREATE partners had the honor of providing Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-4), member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,…
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Policy IssuesIndustry Honors Rep. Kay Granger with Award at BNSF Headquarters
Top Republican Appropriator in U.S. House Acknowledged for Leadership on Issues Impacting Railroads Fort Worth, TX — Texas Representative Kay Granger, ranking member of the…
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Policy IssuesOp-ed: Freight railroads key to NJ’s transportation future
Newark, NJ — Chip Hallock, president and CEO of the Newark Regional Business Partnership, describes the role and impact of freight railroads in New Jersey,…
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InfrastructureFour Questions with Fred Strong, NLC Rail Chair
Paso Robles, CA — Paso Robles City Councilman Fred Strong has worn many hats across decades of service in his community. From co-founding Paso Robles’…
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Policy IssuesSenator Jack Reed Honored with Railroad Achievement Award
Ranking Member of T-HUD Subcommittee Recognized for Policies Affecting the U.S. Rail Network Washington, D.C. — Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed, the top Democrat on…
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