Regulation
Op-ed: Keep rail resurgence going strong
Cook County, IL —Cook County Commissioner Peter N. Silvestri discusses the merits of rail deregulation for the Chicagoland area in a new op-ed for the…
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Economic ImpactThree Reasons to Love America’s Freight Trains
Washington, D.C. — The allure of railroading in America is undeniable. It’s an intrinsic part of our nation’s history and identity—steel wheels on steel rail…
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RegulationOp-ed: Freight rail investments a reliable constant for Hudson Valley economy
Middletown, NY — Orange County Partnership President and CEO Maureen Halahan underscored the role of freight rail in moving New York's economy in a recent…
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Economic ImpactOp-ed: Why foundational rail policy pays dividends today
Houston, TX — Federal officials and regulators should continue the balanced policies that have made freight railroads such reliable partners for the Texas economy, writes…
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Economic ImpactRailroad Partner Streamlines Intermodal Shipping
Savannah, GA — Better connectivity and access to Georgia ports is the goal for Denver-based logistics solutions company OmniTRAX’s Savannah Gateway Industrial Hub. The 2,700-acre…
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Economic ImpactElection Recap: Historic Turnout; Smaller Margins
Washington, D.C. — Though Election Day is behind us, there are still significant question marks about what to expect from the new Administration and the…
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Policy IssuesOp-ed: Rail Act’s Cooperation: Balance Worth Preserving — and Learning From
Washington, D.C. — Rob Hooper, President & CEO of the Northern Nevada Development Authority along with Keith Martin Executive VP of the Virginia Chamber of…
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Economic ImpactOp-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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