Passenger Rail
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Friday Video: Dude, Where Are My Trains?
We know exactly why passenger rail in America sucks. The question is whether we'll fix it.
June 4, 2026
Why BUILD America 250 Would Be Uniquely Bad For Passenger Rail
Congress' first draft of the new infrastructure law would be a massive step backwards for passenger rail, one advocacy group says — and not just because the last one raised the bar.
May 26, 2026
Train Tubers: a Talk with the YouTube’s Transit Warriors
The masters of transit YouTube discuss their efforts to get people interested in urbanism
April 24, 2026
Opinion: The Federal Railroad Administration’s Proposed Amtrak Restructuring is Worth Considering
The federal push to overhaul Amtrak operations is promising, but it must be done with care.
Edward D'Amato
March 17, 2026
Is U.S. Passenger Rail Having a Big Moment?
We brought in an expert to unpack some of the biggest rail headlines of the day — and a few you might have missed.
August 11, 2025
Brightline’s Shocking Safety Numbers in Florida Are Part of a Bigger Problem: Rail Advocates
A story about Florida's "killer train" has rail advocates rattled — and pushing for a wider set of solutions.
July 20, 2025
Report: California Needs A Stable Rail Funding Plan
“(Against Patchwork Framework) is not a specific proposal on where this funding should come from. It’s more about how we fund transit and how we allocate the money that we do have. In a post-pandemic reality, and a federal government that is not helpful, there’s still a lot we can do,” explains Adriana Rizzo.
June 20, 2025
More Money for Rail in California: US DOT Awards $279 Million
Department of Transportation grants are for improving safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail.
October 29, 2024
Opinion: Who Does Passenger Rail Serve?
"In short, passenger rail serves everyone – even the people who don’t meet the profit margins of airlines and car manufacturers."
October 25, 2024
CalSTA Announces Funding for Rail and Transit Projects
27 projects will receive $1.3 billion from the Transit and Intercity Capital Rail program, funded by the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (cap-and-trade).
October 23, 2024
