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The nonpartisan Rail Security Alliance supports and encourages U.S. policies, procedures and laws that promote the security of the railroads and the railroad system in North America.
Potential good news for USMCA: US Trade Rep. "Signals Support for Trade Deal " With Canada, Mexico zurl.co/taMe4
Trump Official Signals Support for Trade Deal With Canada, Mexico
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer indicated that he supports keeping the US in the trade accord with Canada and Mexico, acknowledging in closed-door briefings with lawmakers that issues with both nations remain.
www.bloomberg.com
December 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Did you know? CRRC is the most heavily subsidized rolling stock company in the world.
December 15, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The domestic freight railcar manufacturing/supply industry is a huge contributor to our national and economic security. The Freight RAILCAR Act supports it. Learn more. zurl.co/r71RA
December 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From TIVSA to the SAFE TRAINS Act, the Rail Security Alliance works to safeguard the U.S. and North American freight railcar manufacturing sector from Chinese incursion. Learn more at zurl.co/LaCgl
The Rail Security Alliance - Home
Supporting and encouraging the adoption and enactment of U.S. policies, procedures and laws that are designed to promote the security of the railroads and railroad system of the United States of America.
railsecurity.org
December 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Thanks to USTR and the Trump Administration for initiating an investigation into China's follow through on the Phase One trade deal. China's use of state subsidies, IP theft, and market distortions consistently harm U.S. businesses and workers and are worth investigating. zurl.co/HUSr6
December 12, 2025 at 5:34 PM
According to Oxford Economics, last year the U.S. railcar industry generated an economic footprint of $36B in output, $14.9B in GDP contribution, and 112,200 jobs across the country. USMCA only strengthens this vital industry. Learn more! zurl.co/HK20V
December 11, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Modernizing the freight railcar sector is not optional given the crucial role it plays in U.S. economy, security and supply chains. Learn more! zurl.co/05wzq
The Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025 -
A bipartisan, bicameral effort to modernize North America’s freight railcar fleet is underway. In the House, H.R. 1200 was introduced on February 11, 2025 by Reps. Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Brad Schneider (D-IL), with strong bipartisan support. In the Senate, S. 2758 was introduced on September 10, 2025 by Sens. […]
zurl.co
December 8, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The United States is the principal hub of North America’s rail sector, with the largest rail network and a substantial share of the continent’s railcar production and maintenance capacity. USMCA only strengthens it. Learn more - zurl.co/tAIJo
December 4, 2025 at 12:56 PM
The SAFE TRAINS Act 101: The law prohibits railroad freight cars from operating on the U.S. freight railroad interchange system if they are manufactured by or use sensitive technologies from a country of concern or an affiliated state-owned enterprise. zurl.co/lynDe
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Freight rail is the lynchpin to our economy, supply chains and security. The Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025 is a bipartisan, bicameral effort that supports future investment in it! zurl.co/fxS7O
November 24, 2025 at 1:58 PM
ICYMI: The Freight RAILCAR Act is a bipartisan measure that works to modernize the nation's freight railcar fleet now, rather than years from now. It's supported by RSA and the American Iron and Steel Institute, Railway Supply Institute, and American Foundry Society.
November 21, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Under USMCA, the U.S. and North American freight rail sector and supporting manufacturing base work together to strengthen critical industries. 

Ensuring North American freight rail manufacturing and rail systems remains free from foreign threat is paramount!
November 20, 2025 at 9:12 PM
ICYMI: Trump turns up the heat on Beijing with probe into China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal. zurl.co/z01li
Trump turns up the heat with probe into China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal
The move could pave the way for new tariffs as US president readies for talks with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.
zurl.co
November 20, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Enacting policies that build on the economic and environmental sustainability of the freight railcar manufacturing sector makes sense. And it's what the Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025 is all about. Learn more. zurl.co/69szr
November 19, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Enacting policies that build on the economic and environmental sustainability of the freight railcar manufacturing sector makes sense. And it's what the Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025 is all about. Learn more. zurl.co/YU9Dx
November 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM
From TIVSA to the SAFE TRAINS Act, the Rail Security Alliance works to safeguard the U.S. and North American freight railcar manufacturing sector from Chinese incursion. Learn more at zurl.co/rMB00
The Rail Security Alliance - Home
Supporting and encouraging the adoption and enactment of U.S. policies, procedures and laws that are designed to promote the security of the railroads and railroad system of the United States of America.
railsecurity.org
November 16, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Did you know? USMCA ensures a strong North American freight rail system and directly supports the jobs of welders, machinists, engineers, and countless other workers in the American rail supply sector.
November 15, 2025 at 2:15 AM
According Oxford Economics, last year the U.S. railcar industry generated an economic footprint of $36B in output, $14.9B in GDP contribution, and 112,200 jobs across the country. USMCA only strengthens this vital industry.
November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Measures like the SAFE TRAINS Act help protect the North American freight rail industry in the face of CRRC's anti-competitive tactics. Learn more! zurl.co/rwQ3C
SAFE TRAINS Act -
SAFE TRAINS Act The Stopping America’s Foreign Enemies Through Rail and Infrastructure National Security Act (SAFE TRAINS Act; 49 U.S.C. § 20171), signed into law on November 15, 2021, as Section 22425 of the Infrastructure Read more…
zurl.co
November 13, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Thanks to USTR for initiating an investigation into China's follow through on the Phase One trade deal. China's use of state subsidies, IP theft, and market distortions consistently harm U.S. businesses and workers and are worth investigating. zurl.co/2cCUk
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
"Already years behind schedule and double its original cost, the T’s deal with CRRC is in danger of veering off the tracks altogether amid allegations of grim human rights violations by the Chinese rail giant and manufacturer. zurl.co/JtO5N"
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zurl.co
November 10, 2025 at 10:25 PM
From TIVSA to the SAFE TRAINS Act, the Rail Security Alliance works to safeguard the U.S. and North American freight railcar manufacturing sector from Chinese incursion. Learn more at zurl.co/N8uiX
November 10, 2025 at 1:07 PM
RSA to the EU Commission: FSR Investigation into CRRC Over Lisbon Tender a Win for Market-Based Railcar Manufacturers and Suppliers zurl.co/en6JA
November 5, 2025 at 6:55 PM
The European Commission opens in-depth investigation into construction of Lisbon railway line under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation, with a focus on CRRC. zurl.co/0525c
Commission opens in-depth investigation into construction of Lisbon railway line under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation
The Commission has opened an in-depth investigation under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation into possible market distortions caused by foreign subsidies.
zurl.co
November 5, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Bloomberg: China Tariff Probe to Stay Despite Trump-Xi Deal, Greer Says zurl.co/gj82u
China Tariff Probe to Continue Despite Trump-Xi Deal, Greer Says
The US will proceed with an investigation that opens the door to new tariffs on goods from China, despite the two nations’ fresh truce, President Donald Trump’s top trade negotiator said.
zurl.co
October 31, 2025 at 1:09 PM