Rail Passengers Association
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We are the oldest & largest national advocacy non-profit serving as a voice for the more than 40 million rail passengers in the U.S.
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Putting together the "who's who" of the advocacy world. If you know of a state/regional account that we should add, let us know! Let's make our voice heard together!
We have some new fall items available in our fundraising store just in time for the holiday season. Help us continue the fight for more trains, to more people, to more places - and look good doing it.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:10 PM
We have some new fall items available in our fundraising store just in time for the holiday season. Help us continue the fight for more trains, to more people, to more places - and look good doing it.
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With $425M in funding secured, part of Illinois' transformative Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act, community leaders in the Quad Cities continue to push for support of a Chicago to Moline train that has been years in the making.
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November 15, 2025 at 5:31 PM
With $425M in funding secured, part of Illinois' transformative Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act, community leaders in the Quad Cities continue to push for support of a Chicago to Moline train that has been years in the making.
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The Association joins in on comments to the STB on the proposed UP/NS merger, the Boss goes live on the air in Ohio, a wrap up of some newsworthy transit updates from around the US, and we kick off a new volunteer program. #HotlineFriday
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November 14, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The Association joins in on comments to the STB on the proposed UP/NS merger, the Boss goes live on the air in Ohio, a wrap up of some newsworthy transit updates from around the US, and we kick off a new volunteer program. #HotlineFriday
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While the longest government shutdown in our nation's history is now in the rearview, traveling for the holidays is still going to be a massive headache.
Holiday travel remains uncertain despite shutdown vote
Reopening the government doesn't mean air travel will immediately go back to normal.
www.axios.com
November 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
While the longest government shutdown in our nation's history is now in the rearview, traveling for the holidays is still going to be a massive headache.
In a study released yesterday by NYU’s Marron Institute, only 6% of reviewed train lines from around the world still use a two-person crew - so does NY's MTA want to continue with "old technology, old practices and more expensive operating costs"?
Does the Subway Still Need Train Conductors?
Gov. Kathy Hochul must decide by year’s end whether to sign a law that would mandate two-person crews on all trains, a practice critics say is costly and outdated.
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
In a study released yesterday by NYU’s Marron Institute, only 6% of reviewed train lines from around the world still use a two-person crew - so does NY's MTA want to continue with "old technology, old practices and more expensive operating costs"?
In order to be in compliance with a federal order that was made back on Oct. 1st, after a series of fires involving SEPTA's Silverline IV trains, the agency has been forced to halt service on certain lines while the equipment is inspected.
Regional Rail disruptions continue in Philadelphia area with several SEPTA trains canceled again Thursday, Friday
The trains that were canceled Wednesday on the Airport, Fox Chase and Chestnut Hill West lines will not run on Thursday and Friday.
www.cbsnews.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 AM
In order to be in compliance with a federal order that was made back on Oct. 1st, after a series of fires involving SEPTA's Silverline IV trains, the agency has been forced to halt service on certain lines while the equipment is inspected.
In this well researched, mixed media, long form piece for the NYT - infrastructure reporter Patrick McGeehan asks the question of the gloomy and overcrowded station that is so universally hated but yet no one seems to know how to fix.
Why Is It So Hard to Fix Penn Station?
The nation’s busiest transit hub stands as a symbol of a condition that afflicts so many attempts to get big things done in America: inertia.
www.nytimes.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:59 PM
In this well researched, mixed media, long form piece for the NYT - infrastructure reporter Patrick McGeehan asks the question of the gloomy and overcrowded station that is so universally hated but yet no one seems to know how to fix.
Jim Mathews joined WOSU's "All Sides with Amy Juravich" this week to discuss the current state of passenger rail, the popularity of new service, Corridor ID, IIJA funding, the new administration, RailNation: Toledo, & what it all means for Ohio residents.
Advocates determined to keep US passenger rail on track
Ohio lawmakers haven’t always been supportive of passenger rail. However, advocates are determined to see that proposed plans connecting Ohio’s largest cities, and beyond, stay on track.
www.wosu.org
November 13, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Jim Mathews joined WOSU's "All Sides with Amy Juravich" this week to discuss the current state of passenger rail, the popularity of new service, Corridor ID, IIJA funding, the new administration, RailNation: Toledo, & what it all means for Ohio residents.
Starting this weekend, the "Red Line Warriors" in the Hub will be feeling a bit of a crunch for their daily commute as necessary track work will cause a closure on the Braintree branch
MBTA nearing 9-day closure on Braintree Branch of the Red Line - masslive.com
Riders should plan for additional travel time as crews perform critical infrastructure upgrades from Nov. 15–23.
www.masslive.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Starting this weekend, the "Red Line Warriors" in the Hub will be feeling a bit of a crunch for their daily commute as necessary track work will cause a closure on the Braintree branch
In a boost for advocates of a passenger rail corridor in Colorado's Front Range, a recently released study on 29 different "heavy rail" systems around the country showed that three Mountain West agencies are passing with flying colors.
Rocky Mountain west gets high grades for passenger train services | CRONIN & LOEVY
Here are some additional facts and comments about the proposed Front Range passenger rail system planned to run from Pueblo on the south through Colorado Springs and Denver to Fort Collins on the north. A study was conducted recently of the commuter-style of passenger trains currently in operation in states and metropolitan areas throughout the […]
www.coloradopolitics.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:11 AM
In a boost for advocates of a passenger rail corridor in Colorado's Front Range, a recently released study on 29 different "heavy rail" systems around the country showed that three Mountain West agencies are passing with flying colors.
The $2.3B replacement of the 115-year-old swing-span bridge, notorious for delays, could cause up to six weeks of service disruptions early next year. Final plans for the cutover will be announced next month.
Cutover of Portal North Bridge could require six weeks of rail disruptions - Trains
KEARNY, N.J. — The cutover of traffic to the new Portal North Bridge on the Northeast Corridor in early 2026 could disrupt Amtrak and NJ Transit traffic for up to six weeks, according to NorthJersey.com.
Some trains could be canceled or rerouted during that period. NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said plans are being finalized and will be announced at some
www.trains.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The $2.3B replacement of the 115-year-old swing-span bridge, notorious for delays, could cause up to six weeks of service disruptions early next year. Final plans for the cutover will be announced next month.
A little bit of news from the other side of the world.
New sleeper service will run from Paris to Berlin next year
European Sleeper will operate the new service from March 2026, replacing the Nightjet train that is being axed next month
www.theguardian.com
November 12, 2025 at 7:06 PM
A little bit of news from the other side of the world.
A bipartisan Virginia subcommittee has endorsed a substantial transportation funding strategy, responding to the escalating costs within the Metro and Northern Virginia transit systems.
Virginia lawmakers advance $400M transit funding plan as Metro costs surge
As inflation drives up the cost of running buses and trains, a panel of Virginia lawmakers has finalized a list of recommendations to help shore up public transit in fast-growing jurisdictions north of Richmond. The move is part of a broader push to address mounting funding pressures on Metro, Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and bus agencies serving Northern Virginia and the Fredericksburg areas.
www.insidenova.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
A bipartisan Virginia subcommittee has endorsed a substantial transportation funding strategy, responding to the escalating costs within the Metro and Northern Virginia transit systems.
“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.
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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.
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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...