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UP Extortion Letter to CA Shows That FRA/Congressional Legislative Guidance Are Needed

Commentary by Dennis Lytton, Director Earlier this week, the Union Pacific Railroad distributed to the media, particuarly the San Jose Mercury News, their letter...

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Transportation: Following the Money

Editorial by Noel T. Braymer Raising money for any transportation project, but particularly rail passenger service is always difficult. Adding to the difficulties...

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Demonstrating Why We Need New Railcars Now: Amtrak #763

Commentary by Jarrod DellaChiesa, Director and Website Editor On Saturday, May 15 Amtrak passengers were not allowed to board Pacific Surfliner #763 in...

Reports

TAMC Rail Policy Committee Meeting Report

April 5, 2010 Meeting Reported by Chris Flescher, Associate Director Presentation from planners working on the HSR segment San Jose – Merced In...

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April California Intercity Passenger Rail Performance

Reported by David B. Kutrosky, Managing Director, CCJPA After the first increase in 13 months, ridership for the Capitol Corridor in April 2010 was...

Proposed Passenger Rail System
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Our Vision for Rail in California and Nevada

CONNECTIONS!  It’s all about connections. Depending on your journey you may live close to a station that has a direct service to your...

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CSCN Outlines How to Improve Amtrak’s Coast Starlight

May 6, 2010 — The Coast Starlight is one of Amtrak’s 15 long-distance passenger rail routes, serving 27 cities between Los Angeles and...

Reports

San Joaquin Valley Rail Committee Meeting Report

April 29, 2010 Meeting in Fresno Reported by Michael Barnbaum, Associate Director After the Pledge of Allegiance and introductions the San Joaquin Valley...

Issues

Provide Your Feedback on New California Car Design

Now’s your chance to voice your opinion on the next generation of California Cars – the  national standardized railcar. We posted a story...

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RailPAC addresses SJVRC on BFD-LAX Gap

Statement by Bill Kerby, RailPAC Director and Treasurer at the April 29, 2010 meeting in Fresno, CA Three events motivate this statement: Development of...