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Economic benefits of a second daily train between Chicago and Twin Cities revealed

According to a report by the Rail Passengers Association, a…

1 March 2019 | By Global Railway Review

According to a report by the Rail Passengers Association, a second Amtrak train between Chicago and Minneapolis-Saint Paul would bring $25 million annually to the state of Minnesota and see approximately 90,000 people shift from car travel to passenger rail.

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Trump urged to put aside political differences with Governor Newsom to make U.S. HSR a reality

The Rail Passengers Association has stated that Trump’s latest move…

21 February 2019 | By Global Railway Review

The Rail Passengers Association has stated that Trump’s latest move on high-speed rail breaks his campaign promises and Americans need Trump to fulfill his pledge to become an infrastructure president.

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Governor Gavin Newsom reiterates his support for the California High Speed Rail project

"High-speed rail is more than a train project," Newsom said.…

14 February 2019 | By Global Railway Review

"High-speed rail is more than a train project," Newsom said. As a tool for economic transformation, it could "unlock economic potential".