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UP says regulations will harm infrastructure spending, hiring
(Source: Associated Press, June 22, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — At a hearing before the U.S. Surface Transportation Board on June 22, the chief executive of Union Pacific threatened to cut infrastructure spending and scale back hiring if shippers are successful in...
Rockefeller presses STB for rail reform
(Source: Journal of Commerce, June 22, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) urged the Surface Transportation Board to make railroad competition rules more shipper-friendly at a hearing in Washington, D.C., yesterday. Full story: www.joc.com
NARP statement at Amtrak privatization hearing
(Source: National Association of Railroad Passengers, June 21, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ross B. Capon, President and CEO of the National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP), calls attention to many serious flaws in legislation that would allow private companies...
Rahall: Amtrak privatization is unconstitutional
(Source: The Hill, June 22, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.), ranking Democrat of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, said a Republican plan to privatize Amtrak is unconstitutional because it would violate specific clauses in the...
In Chicago, CTA beefs up police, camera presence in train stations
(Source: Huffington Post, June 21, 2011.) CHICAGO — In response to a recent string of muggings and robberies, the Chicago Transit Authority is adding security cameras and increasing its police force in train stations throughout the city. Full story: Huffington Post
Strong storms stop trains in Chicago area
(Source: Naperville Sun, June 21, 2011.) CHICAGO — Strong storms, downed trees and tornado warnings moved through the Chicago area last night, forcing the delay of several Metra passenger trains. Full story: Naperville Sun
Amtrak suspends service on Empire Builder due to flooding
(Source: Seattle Times, June 21, 2011.) SEATTLE — Amtrak on June 21 suspended service on its Empire Builder route because of severe flooding in and around Minot, N.D. The closure impacts rail passengers from Seattle and Portland to Chicago. Full story: Seattle...
DOT stimulus payments reach $29 billion
(Source: Journal of Commerce, June 20, 2011.) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Transportation has paid just under $29 billion in stimulus funds as of June 10, 2011. Full story: www.joc.com
In California, Madera Co. board favors high-speed rail route
(Source: Fresno Bee, June 21, 2011.) FRESNO, Calif. — Madera County supervisors are endorsing a high-speed rail route along the Union Pacific line and Highway 99 between Fresno and Merced, which they said is the least disruptive for county farmers. It is part of the...
America’s high-speed rail plan giving mixed signals
(Source: Industry Week, June 22, 2011.) Is America ready for high-speed rail? Siemens and other rail manufacturers would love to know. Full story: Industry Week
Senator proposes bill to spur private investment in transportation infrastructure
(Source: Progressive Railroading, June 20, 2011.) U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) unveiled a draft of proposed legislation that would generate $100 billion in private investment in transportation infrastructure, including railroads. Full story: Progressive Railroading
CSX to announce second quarter earnings on July 19
(Source: CSX press release, June 21, 2011.) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — CSX Corporation will release second-quarter financial and operating results on Tuesday, July 19, 2011, after the market close. The Company will host an earnings conference call at 8:30 am Eastern...
Florida governor taking aim at SunRail
(Source: www.wctv.tv) TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — After killing thousands of jobs by refusing billions of dollars in Federal aid to establish high-speed rail in Florida, Gov. Rick Scott is now attempting to derail SunRail. Full story: www.wctv.tv
UP, BNSF threatened with environmental lawsuit
(Source: Associated Press, June 20, 2011.) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental group, is threatening to sue the Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railway over pollution in their rail yards throughout California. Full story:...
Illinois Democrat Costello opposes Amtrak privatization
(Source: Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) press release, June 15, 2011.) WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) today declared his strong opposition to the Competition for Intercity Passenger Rail in America Act, legislation proposed by Republicans...
Opinion: Think privatizing Amtrak is a good idea? Think again
(Source: dc.streetsblog.org, June 21, 2011.) WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Republicans are moving forward with a plan to hand over the Northeast Corridor to private companies, despite (or because of) the fact that such a move could write Amtrak’s obituary. Is privatizing...
Norfolk Southern to plant trees in Mississippi Delta
(Norfolk Southern issued the following press release on JUne 20, 2011.) YAZOO CITY, Miss. — Underscoring its leadership in “conservation capitalism” -- the growing understanding that environmental progress and American business are closely linked -- Norfolk Southern...
KCS to update investors on intermodal service, cross border growth
(Kansas City Southern issued the following press release on June 20, 2011.) KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City Southern (KCS) will present updated information to investors concerning its intermodal traffic growth and other cross border business opportunities. The...
Union Pacific making Idaho track improvements
(Union Pacific issued the following press release on June 20, 2011.) POCATELLO, Idaho — Union Pacific Railroad will continue improving Idaho's transportation infrastructure with a $23.1 million investment in the rail line that runs from Weiser to Mountain Home in the...
Amtrak bolsters terror security measures
(Source: Progressive Railroading, June 20, 2011.) Amtrak is taking additional security measures to detect threats and deter terrorists, Amtrak Chief of Police John O’Connor said June 14 in testimony before Congress. Threats against rail are “very real” and continue to...
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