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GoRail's team visits communities across the country to talk about how freight rail is catalyzing economic development and creating jobs. Keep up with our work and learn about the latest freight rail news in your community through our blog.

  • Op-ed: Valley rail connections drive economic success
    Regulation

    Op-ed: Valley rail connections drive economic success


    March 17, 2020March 31, 2020

    Phoenix, AZ – In a recent op-ed for the East Valley Tribune, Greater Phoenix Chamber President Todd Sanders highlighted the resolute importance of freight rail…

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  • Op-ed: Freight rail plays an important role in Michigan economy
    Regulation

    Op-ed: Freight rail plays an important role in Michigan economy


    March 17, 2020March 31, 2020

    Detroit, MI – Dan Papineau, Director of Tax Policy & Regulatory Affairs at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, writes about how vital freight rail is…

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  • Advocacy Corner: Why Citizen Engagement Matters
    Advocacy

    Advocacy Corner: Why Citizen Engagement Matters


    March 2, 2020August 31, 2020

    Washington, D.C. — While some constituents might view Capitol Hill with skepticism, research shows that citizen voices really do matter to policymakers. They want to…

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  • #RailDay2020 Social Media Guide
    Policy Issues

    #RailDay2020 Social Media Guide


    March 1, 2020March 3, 2020

    Washington, D.C. — Freight rail advocates from across the country are coming together on Capitol Hill Wednesday, March 4 for Railroad Day 2020 — a…

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  • Congresswoman Miller Tours Magnetech Industrial Services, Inc.
    Innovation and Technology

    Congresswoman Miller Tours Magnetech Industrial Services, Inc.


    February 19, 2020February 19, 2020

    Huntington, WV — Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) today toured Magnetech Industrial Services, Inc. in Huntington. There, she learned about their operations and impact on West…

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  • Nuts & Bolts: Why is there an engine in the middle of that train?
    Infrastructure

    Nuts & Bolts: Why is there an engine in the middle of that train?


    January 31, 2020February 20, 2020

    Or, the Dynamic Benefits of Distributed Power. WASHINGTON, D.C. — If you drive into a city on your way to work, chances are you’ve seen…

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  • The Nuts & Bolts of Modern Rail
    Nuts & Bolts

    The Nuts & Bolts of Modern Rail


    January 31, 2020September 14, 2020

    WASHINGTON, D.C. — As rail advocates, we sometimes forget that not everyone is well-versed with the technical side of railroads—the nuts and bolts of rail…

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  • Op-ed: Tennessee’s economy relies on smart federal rail safety rules
    Innovation and Technology

    Op-ed: Tennessee’s economy relies on smart federal rail safety rules


    January 22, 2020January 23, 2020

    Memphis, TN – In a recent op-ed for the Commercial Appeal, Greater Memphis Chamber President and CEO Beverly Robertson argues against a proposed bill in…

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  • Representative James E. Clyburn Receives Railroad Achievement Award In Charleston
    Economic Impact

    Representative James E. Clyburn Receives Railroad Achievement Award In Charleston


    January 22, 2020January 23, 2020

    Member of House Leadership Team Recognized for Transportation Policy Stewardship, Including Oversight of Policies Supporting the U.S. Rail Network CHARLESTON, SC  – U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn, the…

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  • Op-ed: Keep the Rails Strong
    Economic Impact

    Op-ed: Keep the Rails Strong


    January 21, 2020February 10, 2020

    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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