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“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”
‒ John Fitzgerald Kennedy
‒ John Fitzgerald Kennedy
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”
‒ John Fitzgerald Kennedy
‒ John Fitzgerald Kennedy
We are sure that most of you have seen this. We won't comment on the politics, just the subject. Hopefully, she will remember the trip - not just for her needs during the shutdown, but for millions around the country who have no other option.
Marjorie Taylor Greene said she took Amtrak train instead as shutdown cancels flights
As many as 20% of flights could be canceled if the government shutdown continues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said this week.
www.usatoday.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
We are sure that most of you have seen this. We won't comment on the politics, just the subject. Hopefully, she will remember the trip - not just for her needs during the shutdown, but for millions around the country who have no other option.
From July 2024 to July 2025, five incidents involving stationary-looking railcars or locomotives unexpectedly rolling resulted in serious injuries or fatalities - prompting the NTSB to issue this alert.
NTSB cautions workers about dangers of unsecured rail equipment
Progressive Railroading Daily News
www.progressiverailroading.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:51 PM
From July 2024 to July 2025, five incidents involving stationary-looking railcars or locomotives unexpectedly rolling resulted in serious injuries or fatalities - prompting the NTSB to issue this alert.
ICYMI: VP of Gov't Affairs + Policy Sean Jeans-Gail gives some insight on the news that Amtrak is planning to sell and scrap Budd made Amfleet coaches and cafes.
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
November 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
ICYMI: VP of Gov't Affairs + Policy Sean Jeans-Gail gives some insight on the news that Amtrak is planning to sell and scrap Budd made Amfleet coaches and cafes.
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
It's nearly ski season in the front range.
Denver’s Winter Park Express returns with expanded service for ski season
The rail route taken by the Winter Park Express is the first leg of a state-proposed passenger rail line that would eventually run from Denver to Craig.
www.9news.com
November 8, 2025 at 3:37 PM
It's nearly ski season in the front range.
Happy #HotlineFriday
Our Boss is traveling the East Coast celebrating the building of "big things", Senate Commerce holds an STB hearing and zeros in on the UP/NS merger talks, Amtrak's latest RFI, plus all that's fit to print.
See you onboard!
www.railpassengers.o...
Our Boss is traveling the East Coast celebrating the building of "big things", Senate Commerce holds an STB hearing and zeros in on the UP/NS merger talks, Amtrak's latest RFI, plus all that's fit to print.
See you onboard!
www.railpassengers.o...
November 7, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Happy #HotlineFriday
Our Boss is traveling the East Coast celebrating the building of "big things", Senate Commerce holds an STB hearing and zeros in on the UP/NS merger talks, Amtrak's latest RFI, plus all that's fit to print.
See you onboard!
www.railpassengers.o...
Our Boss is traveling the East Coast celebrating the building of "big things", Senate Commerce holds an STB hearing and zeros in on the UP/NS merger talks, Amtrak's latest RFI, plus all that's fit to print.
See you onboard!
www.railpassengers.o...
The San Francisco Municipal Railway bids a fond and respectful goodbye to a fleet that served the city for three decades: the Italian made Breda LRV2 and LRV3 light rail vehicles.
Bye Bye, Breda: San Francisco Bids Farewell to LRVs
The LRV2 and LRV3s are being retired and the last one is expected to run on November 12.
railfan.com
November 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM
The San Francisco Municipal Railway bids a fond and respectful goodbye to a fleet that served the city for three decades: the Italian made Breda LRV2 and LRV3 light rail vehicles.
Part of a larger statewide initiative, NJ Transit has successfully completed extensive exterior renovations at Mahwah Station, which include safety and structural integrity improvements.
NJ Transit completes Mahwah Station exterior renovations
Progressive Railroading Daily News
www.progressiverailroading.com
November 6, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Part of a larger statewide initiative, NJ Transit has successfully completed extensive exterior renovations at Mahwah Station, which include safety and structural integrity improvements.
While last month's celebrations for the opening of DART's Silver Line have since died down, a number of cities are looking at ways to end service completely.
End of the line? North Texas cities debate leaving DART
By the end of this week, as many as four North Texas cities could be on their way to withdrawing from decades of bus and rail service provided by DART.
www.cbsnews.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:37 PM
While last month's celebrations for the opening of DART's Silver Line have since died down, a number of cities are looking at ways to end service completely.
The FRA funded, $705M project in Northeast DC will be a major upgrade to the current Ivy City Yard to prepare for Amtrak's new Airo fleet.
Amtrak breaks ground on Ivy City Rail Yard project
Major construction is beginning on a new maintenance facility at Amtrak’s Ivy City Rail Yard in D.C. News4’s Juliana Valencia explains what it means for riders.
www.nbcwashington.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:23 PM
The FRA funded, $705M project in Northeast DC will be a major upgrade to the current Ivy City Yard to prepare for Amtrak's new Airo fleet.
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has been handed a letter written by Senators John Hoeven (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) - and backed up by 16 of their colleagues - to conduct a "rigorous and comprehensive" review of the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:26 PM
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has been handed a letter written by Senators John Hoeven (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) - and backed up by 16 of their colleagues - to conduct a "rigorous and comprehensive" review of the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern.
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A fall update, just in time to keep track of holiday travel plans.
Check them out: www.railpassengers.o...
Check them out: www.railpassengers.o...
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
A fall update, just in time to keep track of holiday travel plans.
Check them out: www.railpassengers.o...
Check them out: www.railpassengers.o...
Amtrak San Joaquins no more.
Amtrak San Joaquins Becomes Gold Runner, Marking a New Era for California Passenger Rail
November 3, Stockton, CA – The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) is proud to introduce a new chapter in the history of California’s intercity passenger rail services with the rebrand from Amtrak San Joaquins to Gold Runner, effective November 3, 2025.
goldrunner.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Amtrak San Joaquins no more.
The I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio is going to be under construction for the next 8 years - causing more traffic and headaches - which is why plans for passenger rail between the two cities is once again gaining momentum.
www.mysanantonio.com...
www.mysanantonio.com...
November 5, 2025 at 12:33 AM
The I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio is going to be under construction for the next 8 years - causing more traffic and headaches - which is why plans for passenger rail between the two cities is once again gaining momentum.
www.mysanantonio.com...
www.mysanantonio.com...
Looking for a fall getaway? Each of these cities is accessible by rail.
Five exciting Amtrak getaways for fall break - Columbia Spectator
Fall break is coming up—the perfect excuse to trade crowded subway cars for a scenic train getaway.
www.columbiaspectator.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Looking for a fall getaway? Each of these cities is accessible by rail.
ICYMI: VP of Gov't Affairs Sean Jeans-Gail wrote a briefing on the news that broke last week of a rift between the MTA and Amtrak over the Penn Access Project
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MTA Penn Access Project Delayed to 2030 - Rail Passengers Association
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced that delivery of the $2.9 billion Penn Access project will be delayed three years -- and placed the blame on Amtrak.
www.railpassengers.org
November 4, 2025 at 3:36 PM
ICYMI: VP of Gov't Affairs Sean Jeans-Gail wrote a briefing on the news that broke last week of a rift between the MTA and Amtrak over the Penn Access Project
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AORTA (Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates) VP for Eastern Oregon Matt Krabacher will be giving a presentation this Saturday on the restoration of Amtrak's Pioneer service.
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Train talk planned for Nov. 8 in Baker City - Baker City Herald
Matt Krabacher, an advocate for returning passenger rail service to Eastern Oregon, will give a talk on Nov. 8 at the Baker County Library.
bakercityherald.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:29 AM
AORTA (Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates) VP for Eastern Oregon Matt Krabacher will be giving a presentation this Saturday on the restoration of Amtrak's Pioneer service.
More info:
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After being suspended since May while the Connecticut DOT worked on the new Windsor Locks station, the Hartford Line is now back to full service.
Full Hartford Line service to Springfield, Mass., to resume on Saturday - Trains
HARTFORD, Conn. — Full Amtrak and CTRail service on the Hartford Line will resume between Hartford and Springfield, Mass., on Saturday (Nov. 1), following the completion of track projects that led to long-term substitution of buses for some trains.
In all, 10 trains will be restored north of Hartford:
— Northbound: CTRail train 4400 (departing New Haven at 7:35 a.m.); CTRail No.
www.trains.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:00 PM
After being suspended since May while the Connecticut DOT worked on the new Windsor Locks station, the Hartford Line is now back to full service.
So, it’s official and the voting is in: Toledo will be the site for our next RailNation fall conference. #RNTOL
For more on Glass City: http://railpax.org/xTo650XlfcA
For more on Glass City: http://railpax.org/xTo650XlfcA
November 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
So, it’s official and the voting is in: Toledo will be the site for our next RailNation fall conference. #RNTOL
For more on Glass City: http://railpax.org/xTo650XlfcA
For more on Glass City: http://railpax.org/xTo650XlfcA
Happy #HalloweenHotline! Holiday travel, fall conferences, and a fight between MTA & Amtrak (oh my!). Tricks and treats galore.
See you onboard! Muhahaha!
http://railpax.org/N1XO50Xlflt
See you onboard! Muhahaha!
http://railpax.org/N1XO50Xlflt
October 31, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Happy #HalloweenHotline! Holiday travel, fall conferences, and a fight between MTA & Amtrak (oh my!). Tricks and treats galore.
See you onboard! Muhahaha!
http://railpax.org/N1XO50Xlflt
See you onboard! Muhahaha!
http://railpax.org/N1XO50Xlflt
The Illinois House has approved Senate Bill 2111, a comprehensive funding package aimed at addressing the $230M+ budget gap facing the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), CTA, Metra, and Pace starting in 2026.
http://railpax.org/zqwY50XlbGb
http://railpax.org/zqwY50XlbGb
Illinois lawmakers pass public transit funding bill to address RTA budget gap
The Illinois General Assembly passed a bill Thursday night to fill a budget gap for public transit.
railpax.org
October 31, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The Illinois House has approved Senate Bill 2111, a comprehensive funding package aimed at addressing the $230M+ budget gap facing the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), CTA, Metra, and Pace starting in 2026.
http://railpax.org/zqwY50XlbGb
http://railpax.org/zqwY50XlbGb
TxDOT’s 91-page draft Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan (SMTP) reimagines mobility across the Lone Star State - aiming to move Texans efficiently without adding lanes to highways (and more traffic)
Read more from our friends at Texas Rail Advocates: http://railpax.org/9Psh50XkE0b
Read more from our friends at Texas Rail Advocates: http://railpax.org/9Psh50XkE0b
Eye Opener: TxDOT unveils first ever Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan for urban, rural and intercity corridors - Texas Rail Advocates
railpax.org
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
TxDOT’s 91-page draft Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan (SMTP) reimagines mobility across the Lone Star State - aiming to move Texans efficiently without adding lanes to highways (and more traffic)
Read more from our friends at Texas Rail Advocates: http://railpax.org/9Psh50XkE0b
Read more from our friends at Texas Rail Advocates: http://railpax.org/9Psh50XkE0b
Santa Cruz RTC released a final 284‑page study on a zero‑emission passenger rail and coastal trail from Pajaro to Santa Cruz, CA. The plan outlines nine stations, projected daily ridership upwards of 5,400, and a $4.2B price tag.
http://railpax.org/TU3150Xk2vu
http://railpax.org/TU3150Xk2vu
CA: Santa Cruz County RTC unveils finalized passenger rail study
SANTA CRUZ — After two years of work, the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission has publicly released its highly anticipated final Zero Emission Passenger Rail ...
railpax.org
October 30, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Santa Cruz RTC released a final 284‑page study on a zero‑emission passenger rail and coastal trail from Pajaro to Santa Cruz, CA. The plan outlines nine stations, projected daily ridership upwards of 5,400, and a $4.2B price tag.
http://railpax.org/TU3150Xk2vu
http://railpax.org/TU3150Xk2vu
The MTA’s $2.9B Penn Access project - adding four new Bronx stations with direct service to Penn Station - has been pushed to 2030 due to track‑access tussle with Amtrak. A scaled‑down plan could still launch partial service by 2027.
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Metro-North Bronx expansion delayed by three years
The MTA said the Metro-North Bronx expansion project will not be completed until 2030 at the earliest due to Amtrak refusing to close its tracks for work.
www.6sqft.com
October 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The MTA’s $2.9B Penn Access project - adding four new Bronx stations with direct service to Penn Station - has been pushed to 2030 due to track‑access tussle with Amtrak. A scaled‑down plan could still launch partial service by 2027.
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The 10-mile Metrorail expansion along NW 27th Ave would connect Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Station in Glenview to Broward County, improving access for Miami-Dade, Opa-locka, and Miami Gardens
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Miami-Dade’s $2.2 billion North Corridor rail plan moves ahead as residents seek safer, faster transit options
The North Corridor Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Master Plan for Miami-Dade is moving forward. A community workshop took place Oct. 22 at the Sherbondy Village Community Center in Opa-locka, marking the
railpax.org
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The 10-mile Metrorail expansion along NW 27th Ave would connect Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Station in Glenview to Broward County, improving access for Miami-Dade, Opa-locka, and Miami Gardens
communities
http://railpax.org/8Jel50Xk264
communities
http://railpax.org/8Jel50Xk264