All Aboard Northwest
@allaboardnw.org
People Live Here! All Aboard Northwest is the Greater Northwest Passenger Rail Working Group, working to bring economic, environmental and equity benefits to the communities of the Greater Northwest. Mostly at https://rail.chat/@aanw
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1. Funds were not always used effectively.
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
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2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
The Reauthorization of Federal Transportation Programs Offers Policymakers an Opportunity to Improve Effectiveness, Environmental Sustainability, and Access
Federal policymakers should consider three strategies to guide deliberations around reauthorization and improvement of Americans’ quality of life.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:27 PM
1. Funds were not always used effectively.
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
2. The law did not always result in less funding for polluting projects.
3. Many IIJA programs reinforced existing inequities by rewarding jurisdictions with greater preexisting resources.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/r...
Train talk planned for Nov. 8 in Baker City
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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.
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November 4, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Train talk planned for Nov. 8 in Baker City
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Momentum Building for Passenger Train Connecting Western Wisconsin & Twin Cities www.westwisconsinrail.org/blog/2025/10...
Momentum Building for Passenger Train Connecting Western Wisconsin & Twin Cities — West Central Wisconsin Rail Coalition
By Ian Weisser, Wisconsin Association of Rail Passengers
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November 2, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Momentum Building for Passenger Train Connecting Western Wisconsin & Twin Cities www.westwisconsinrail.org/blog/2025/10...
You are invited to join us to create better rail connectivity throughout the region.
How can we in the Greater Northwest be effective advocates for rail in 2026 and beyond?
Friday, October 17
1:15 pm PT
AORTA office (Portland Union Station, Room 253) and online
allaboardnw.org/ran/
How can we in the Greater Northwest be effective advocates for rail in 2026 and beyond?
Friday, October 17
1:15 pm PT
AORTA office (Portland Union Station, Room 253) and online
allaboardnw.org/ran/
October 9, 2025 at 9:21 PM
You are invited to join us to create better rail connectivity throughout the region.
How can we in the Greater Northwest be effective advocates for rail in 2026 and beyond?
Friday, October 17
1:15 pm PT
AORTA office (Portland Union Station, Room 253) and online
allaboardnw.org/ran/
How can we in the Greater Northwest be effective advocates for rail in 2026 and beyond?
Friday, October 17
1:15 pm PT
AORTA office (Portland Union Station, Room 253) and online
allaboardnw.org/ran/
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Looking to connect people? Mark Twain: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." Rail travel benefits the economy, environment, & equity, & is supported by liberals and conservatives. Donate to @aawa.us at www.aawa.us/support/ & @allaboardnw.org at allaboardnw.org/support/
October 5, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Looking to connect people? Mark Twain: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." Rail travel benefits the economy, environment, & equity, & is supported by liberals and conservatives. Donate to @aawa.us at www.aawa.us/support/ & @allaboardnw.org at allaboardnw.org/support/
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Federal momentum for the Big Sky North Coast Corridor.
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (MT) has introduced S.2916, making it easier for long-distance passenger rail projects to advance in the Corridor ID program.
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U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (MT) has introduced S.2916, making it easier for long-distance passenger rail projects to advance in the Corridor ID program.
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Sheehy bill could boost rail passenger service through Bozeman
If the route enters service within the BSPRA's proposed five-year timeline, a 2,300-mile rail service could connect passengers from Chicago to the Pacific Northwest by end of 2030.
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October 4, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Federal momentum for the Big Sky North Coast Corridor.
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (MT) has introduced S.2916, making it easier for long-distance passenger rail projects to advance in the Corridor ID program.
www.fairfieldsuntimes.com/news/state/s...
U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (MT) has introduced S.2916, making it easier for long-distance passenger rail projects to advance in the Corridor ID program.
www.fairfieldsuntimes.com/news/state/s...
Rail advocates from All Aboard Northwest, AORTA, and All Aboard Washington are encouraging members, allies, and community leaders to participate in the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, October 15–16 at the EcoTrust Building in Portland. allaboardnw.org/blog/rail-ad...
Rail Advocates Mobilize for Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, Oct. 15–16 in Portland
Rail advocates from All Aboard Northwest, AORTA, and All Aboard Washington are encouraging members, allies, and community leaders to participate in the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, October 15–16 at ...
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October 1, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Rail advocates from All Aboard Northwest, AORTA, and All Aboard Washington are encouraging members, allies, and community leaders to participate in the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, October 15–16 at the EcoTrust Building in Portland. allaboardnw.org/blog/rail-ad...
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Finally wrapped up my recap of the 2025 YIMBYtown conference, an event that really seemed to mark a new era for the national pro-housing movement. Plenty of tensions were put on the table for advocates to grapple with.
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YIMBYtown 2025 Puts National Momentum for More Housing on Full Display » The Urbanist
# The sixth YIMBYtown conference, held earlier this month in Connecticut, represented a major change from its first iteration in 2016. The factors that have led to YIMBYtown going mainstream are leadi...
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September 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Finally wrapped up my recap of the 2025 YIMBYtown conference, an event that really seemed to mark a new era for the national pro-housing movement. Plenty of tensions were put on the table for advocates to grapple with.
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
www.theurbanist.org/2025/09/27/y...
Join us in Portland October 15-17 for the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, where passenger and freight rail leaders and elected officials will discuss opportunities to improve the shared rail system that spans the Greater Northwest. Details at nwsummit.org. Register now to attend in person or online.
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September 20, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Join us in Portland October 15-17 for the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit, where passenger and freight rail leaders and elected officials will discuss opportunities to improve the shared rail system that spans the Greater Northwest. Details at nwsummit.org. Register now to attend in person or online.
NE: Grand Islanders show interest in expanding passenger rail service www.masstransitmag.com/rail/news/55...
NE: Grand Islanders show interest in expanding passenger rail service
State Sen. Margo Juarez of Omaha knows firsthand the benefits of passenger rail service.
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September 19, 2025 at 11:56 PM
NE: Grand Islanders show interest in expanding passenger rail service www.masstransitmag.com/rail/news/55...
Support Passenger Rail Reauthorization and the Big Sky North Coast Corridor action.railpassengers.org/Default.aspx...
Support Passenger Rail Reauthorization and the Big Sky North Coast Corridor
Please support this effort in the upcoming reauthorization process and help ensure long-distance rail remains a national priority.
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September 19, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Aorta - Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates, All Aboard Northwest and the PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator are proud to host the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit.
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
2025 Economic Forum and Rail Summit
PNWER is proud to host the Build Northwest Economic Forum in conjunction with the fourth annual Pacific Northwest Rail Summit. As a global trade hub, the Pacific Northwest region depends on robust...
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September 17, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Aorta - Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates, All Aboard Northwest and the PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator are proud to host the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit.
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
Aorta - Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates, All Aboard Northwest and the PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator are proud to host the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit.
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
2025 Economic Forum and Rail Summit
PNWER is proud to host the Build Northwest Economic Forum in conjunction with the fourth annual Pacific Northwest Rail Summit. As a global trade hub, the Pacific Northwest region depends on robust...
www.pnwer.org
September 17, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Aorta - Association of Oregon Rail and Transit Advocates, All Aboard Northwest and the PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator are proud to host the Pacific Northwest Rail Summit.
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
Details and registration at www.pnwer.org/2025-forum.h... Please join us in Portland or online!
AANW's Matt Krabacher joins a panel to talk about Why Rural Transit (and Rail) Matters, presented by Oregon Public Broadcasting www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8rv...
Why Rural Transit Matters - OPB's ‘Stop Requested’ live in Baker City, Ore.
YouTube video by Oregon Public Broadcasting
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September 13, 2025 at 7:35 PM
AANW's Matt Krabacher joins a panel to talk about Why Rural Transit (and Rail) Matters, presented by Oregon Public Broadcasting www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8rv...
Nebraska lawmaker, passenger rail advocates host town hall in North Platte
Dan Bilka of All Aboard Northwest was among a trio of speakers at a town hall Tuesday in North Platte aimed at gaining momentum for extended passenger rail in Nebraska. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/09/10/n...
Dan Bilka of All Aboard Northwest was among a trio of speakers at a town hall Tuesday in North Platte aimed at gaining momentum for extended passenger rail in Nebraska. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/09/10/n...
Nebraska lawmaker, passenger rail advocates host town hall in North Platte • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska lawmaker and passenger rail advocates host a town hall in North Platte aimed at building and gauging support for passenger rail.
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September 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Nebraska lawmaker, passenger rail advocates host town hall in North Platte
Dan Bilka of All Aboard Northwest was among a trio of speakers at a town hall Tuesday in North Platte aimed at gaining momentum for extended passenger rail in Nebraska. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/09/10/n...
Dan Bilka of All Aboard Northwest was among a trio of speakers at a town hall Tuesday in North Platte aimed at gaining momentum for extended passenger rail in Nebraska. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/09/10/n...
Push for Amtrak in South Dakota returns to Fort Pierre www.capjournal.com/news/push-fo...
Push for Amtrak in South Dakota returns to Fort Pierre.
Dan Bilka, co-founder and president of All Aboard Northwest, spoke to a group of citizens in Fort Pierre on Wednesday evening. Bilka, who has presented before on the possibility of
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July 6, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Push for Amtrak in South Dakota returns to Fort Pierre www.capjournal.com/news/push-fo...
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"The US transportation system has all the balance of a two-legged stool. Adding passenger rail doesn't just add an option, it adds stability" @lakeshorerail.bsky.social
July 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
"The US transportation system has all the balance of a two-legged stool. Adding passenger rail doesn't just add an option, it adds stability" @lakeshorerail.bsky.social
Plans To Bring Passenger Rail Back Based In Need, Use Not Population www.kccrradio.com/2025/06/26/p...
Plans To Bring Passenger Rail Back Based In Need, Use Not Population
FORT PIERRE, (KCCR) -- A group of around 50 got more information about bringing Amtrak passenger rail service ...
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June 28, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Plans To Bring Passenger Rail Back Based In Need, Use Not Population www.kccrradio.com/2025/06/26/p...
Push for more railway transportation continues across South Dakota kbhbradio.com/push-for-mor...
Push for more railway transportation continues across South Dakota
%%excerpt%% A series of public meetings by All Aboard Northwest explores the ongoing support and need for more railway services in South Dakota.
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June 25, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Push for more railway transportation continues across South Dakota kbhbradio.com/push-for-mor...
South Dakota Train Trek: Bringing Passenger Trains to SD We will be holding a series of "Train Trek" presentations across South Dakota next week discussing the FRA Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study findings and what we can do to bring passenger rail back to SD. allaboardnw.org/blog/south-d...
South Dakota Train Trek - Bringing Passenger Trains to South Dakota
I am pleased to announce that All About Northwest will be holding a series of "Train Trek" presentations across South Dakota next week discussing the FRA Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study findi...
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June 17, 2025 at 4:57 AM
South Dakota Train Trek: Bringing Passenger Trains to SD We will be holding a series of "Train Trek" presentations across South Dakota next week discussing the FRA Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study findings and what we can do to bring passenger rail back to SD. allaboardnw.org/blog/south-d...
“Fund the 15!” Building Out a True National Network
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“Fund the 15!” Building Out a True National Network
The American passenger rail renaissance is well-under way! Sold out trains, highly successful new services, and (justifiable) frustration about high ticket prices because of it: This is only the begin...
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June 10, 2025 at 9:36 PM
“Fund the 15!” Building Out a True National Network
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ND Legislature allocates $150,000 for passenger rail service project
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ND Legislature allocates $150,000 for passenger rail service project
The rail route would go from Chicago to Seattle, including potential stops in Fargo, Jamestown, Bismarck, Dickinson and Medora.
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May 19, 2025 at 6:48 PM
ND Legislature allocates $150,000 for passenger rail service project
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Oregon legislature passes bill seeking to strengthen regional rail planning
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Oregon legislature passes bill seeking to strengthen regional rail planning - Trains
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon’s legislature has passed a bill seeking to expand the state’s collaboration with Washington state and other entities to improve passenger and freight rail operations in the Cascad...
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May 1, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Oregon legislature passes bill seeking to strengthen regional rail planning
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Save the Date: Pacific Northwest Rail Summit
October 15-17, 2025 | Portland, Oregon
Featuring panel discussions with industry experts and policymakers around innovative energy transmission infrastructure and strategies to enhance our region’s freight and passenger rail network.
October 15-17, 2025 | Portland, Oregon
Featuring panel discussions with industry experts and policymakers around innovative energy transmission infrastructure and strategies to enhance our region’s freight and passenger rail network.
April 16, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Save the Date: Pacific Northwest Rail Summit
October 15-17, 2025 | Portland, Oregon
Featuring panel discussions with industry experts and policymakers around innovative energy transmission infrastructure and strategies to enhance our region’s freight and passenger rail network.
October 15-17, 2025 | Portland, Oregon
Featuring panel discussions with industry experts and policymakers around innovative energy transmission infrastructure and strategies to enhance our region’s freight and passenger rail network.
@allaboardnw.org testified for Oregon SB 1202, which would create a Department of Rail and Transit. Together with our friends at @aortarail.org @wpsr.bsky.social @aawa.us @railpassengers.org and many others, there was overwhelming support for improving management of rail projects. arr.as/sb1202
April 10, 2025 at 4:27 PM
@allaboardnw.org testified for Oregon SB 1202, which would create a Department of Rail and Transit. Together with our friends at @aortarail.org @wpsr.bsky.social @aawa.us @railpassengers.org and many others, there was overwhelming support for improving management of rail projects. arr.as/sb1202