Economic Impact
Op-ed: Look back 40 years for blueprint to solve today’s problems
Las Vegas, NV — Las Vegas city councilman Brian Knudsen discussed the economic impact of freight rail in Nevada and emphasized the importance of balanced…
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Policy IssuesOp-ed: A 'Stagger'ing bit of legislation
Eugene, OR — U.S. freight railroads today should serve as an example to policymakers of what can be accomplished through smart regulation, writes Kevin Mannix, director…
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Policy IssuesCommunity, Business and Policy Leaders Laud Historic Rail Legislation on 40th Anniversary
Group Letter Featuring Signatories from 46 States Calls on Policymakers to Preserve Regulatory Balance for Freight Railroads and Customers Washington, D.C. — More than 1000…
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Policy IssuesThe Man Behind the Staggers Act: A Conversation with Margaret Staggers
Charleston, W.V. — This year marks the 40th anniversary of the passage of a policy critical to freight railroads. Named for its author Rep. Harley…
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Policy IssuesCelebrating #Staggers40: Why the Landmark Rail Policy Matters Today
Washington, D.C. — If you’re an infrastructure and transportation policy wonk, you may have heard of the Staggers Rail Act of 1980—the foundational piece of…
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InfrastructureFocus on Infrastructure: Seven Feats of Freight Rail Engineering
Alexandria, VA — Railroading is one of America’s oldest and best infrastructure stories, from the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 to the numerous…
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SafetyRail Safety Precautions That Save Lives
Washington, D.C. — During Rail Safety Week, an annual event led by Operation Lifesaver taking place this year from September 21-27, we work to educate…
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Economic ImpactOp-ed: Tried and True Will Help Lead Recovery
New York, NY — John T. Evers, senior director of government affairs at The Business Council of New York State, applauded the supply chain for keeping…
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Economic ImpactRailroads Build on Partnership to Enhance Service for Customers
Seattle, WA and North Baltimore, OH — BNSF Railway recently announced that it is building on a partnership with CSX Transportation to enhance intermodal shipments…
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InfrastructureFreight Rail Outlook Strong Despite 2020 Headwinds
“Railroading—it’s been around for a long time. We’ve been through a lot and we’ll get through this strong and continue to keep serving for America.”…
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