Rail Passengers Association
@railpassengers.org
We are the oldest & largest national advocacy non-profit serving as a voice for the more than 40 million rail passengers in the U.S.
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New year, same goals. What are your train/transportation #resolutions for 2026?
January 14, 2026 at 11:45 PM
New year, same goals. What are your train/transportation #resolutions for 2026?
January 10, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Like Jordan in March of 95, we are back! Got news on the Amtrak OIG report that was released in the dying embers of 2025, and we announce the inaugural volunteer staff class. Plus all the news items you love and adore. #HotlineFriday
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
January 9, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Like Jordan in March of 95, we are back! Got news on the Amtrak OIG report that was released in the dying embers of 2025, and we announce the inaugural volunteer staff class. Plus all the news items you love and adore. #HotlineFriday
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
Miss us? Have any good train/travel stories from the holidays, or any news item we might have missed while we are gone that you want us to highlight? Drop them all in the comments.
January 5, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Miss us? Have any good train/travel stories from the holidays, or any news item we might have missed while we are gone that you want us to highlight? Drop them all in the comments.
Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday filled with love, laughter, and on-time trains!
December 25, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday filled with love, laughter, and on-time trains!
I’m Just A Bill ends with our little bill about school buses stopping at grade crossings, still lounging on the Capitol steps, getting the long-awaited news from the congressman who originally wrote him:
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December 20, 2025 at 4:41 PM
I’m Just A Bill ends with our little bill about school buses stopping at grade crossings, still lounging on the Capitol steps, getting the long-awaited news from the congressman who originally wrote him:
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Hotline Junction, what's your function? Hooking up stories and videos and opinions. (It will make sense, trust us). We have a ton of news on the UP/NS merger, an end-of-year video from Jim, and something about bills...
See you onboard: www.railpassengers.o...
See you onboard: www.railpassengers.o...
December 19, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Hotline Junction, what's your function? Hooking up stories and videos and opinions. (It will make sense, trust us). We have a ton of news on the UP/NS merger, an end-of-year video from Jim, and something about bills...
See you onboard: www.railpassengers.o...
See you onboard: www.railpassengers.o...
The Rail Passengers Association today expressed deep concern over Union Pacific’s application to the Surface Transportation Board (STB) [Docket No. FD 36873], seeking approval for an $85 billion merger with Norfolk Southern.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The Rail Passengers Association today expressed deep concern over Union Pacific’s application to the Surface Transportation Board (STB) [Docket No. FD 36873], seeking approval for an $85 billion merger with Norfolk Southern.
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The penultimate #HotlineFriday of 2025. We "wrap" up the year, highlight investments at work, cover a win for CAHSR, and celebrate with some holiday merch and events around the country.
See you onboard! www.railpassengers.o...
See you onboard! www.railpassengers.o...
December 12, 2025 at 10:51 PM
The penultimate #HotlineFriday of 2025. We "wrap" up the year, highlight investments at work, cover a win for CAHSR, and celebrate with some holiday merch and events around the country.
See you onboard! www.railpassengers.o...
See you onboard! www.railpassengers.o...
They said nobody rides trains anymore. That it is an "outdated technology."
The data says otherwise.
2025 wasn't just a good year for passenger rail - it was a record-breaking one.
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The data says otherwise.
2025 wasn't just a good year for passenger rail - it was a record-breaking one.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:51 PM
They said nobody rides trains anymore. That it is an "outdated technology."
The data says otherwise.
2025 wasn't just a good year for passenger rail - it was a record-breaking one.
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The data says otherwise.
2025 wasn't just a good year for passenger rail - it was a record-breaking one.
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Discover the inside story of the recent Michigan train incident on Thanksgiving night. Our Director of Community Engagement & Organizing shares firsthand details and pressing questions for those in charge.
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
December 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Discover the inside story of the recent Michigan train incident on Thanksgiving night. Our Director of Community Engagement & Organizing shares firsthand details and pressing questions for those in charge.
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
For more: www.railpassengers.o...
It's a little cold out there these days, especially in Michigan (you'll see). We are covering the Amtrak Board meeting, the results of a ridership survey, and all the news that's fit to print from around the country. See you onboard.
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
December 5, 2025 at 10:26 PM
It's a little cold out there these days, especially in Michigan (you'll see). We are covering the Amtrak Board meeting, the results of a ridership survey, and all the news that's fit to print from around the country. See you onboard.
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
We sent out a ridership survey to a number of our members & supporters last month - and our President + CEO Jim Mathews took the time to sort through over 1000 responses.
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
December 3, 2025 at 7:52 PM
We sent out a ridership survey to a number of our members & supporters last month - and our President + CEO Jim Mathews took the time to sort through over 1000 responses.
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
We cannot thank you enough! Rail Passengers’ GivingTuesday Campaign was a phenomenal success. We are humbled by your generosity.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We cannot thank you enough! Rail Passengers’ GivingTuesday Campaign was a phenomenal success. We are humbled by your generosity.
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Local advocacy at work – directly impacting individuals and communities across the country. Bravo!
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December 3, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Local advocacy at work – directly impacting individuals and communities across the country. Bravo!
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
Couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
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It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
Today, on GivingTuesday, why should you choose Rail Passengers as the recipient of your support? We'll tell you why. People like Joe. Does his story resonate with you? Amtrak is an essential service to many individuals/communities across the country.
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www.railpassengers.o...
December 2, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Today, on GivingTuesday, why should you choose Rail Passengers as the recipient of your support? We'll tell you why. People like Joe. Does his story resonate with you? Amtrak is an essential service to many individuals/communities across the country.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
Arthur is just one of the reasons why we take our 58-year role as the national voice for passengers so seriously. Our work…YOUR work…is important. Frequent, reliable trains make communities wealthier, safer, more accessible, and more productive.
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www.railpassengers.o...
December 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Arthur is just one of the reasons why we take our 58-year role as the national voice for passengers so seriously. Our work…YOUR work…is important. Frequent, reliable trains make communities wealthier, safer, more accessible, and more productive.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
Next year needs to mark not the end of the Second Rail Revolution, but its expansion. And that’s why we are working so hard across so many fronts to sustain the national commitment to trains that are frequent, reliable, and accessible to every American.
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www.railpassengers.o...
December 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Next year needs to mark not the end of the Second Rail Revolution, but its expansion. And that’s why we are working so hard across so many fronts to sustain the national commitment to trains that are frequent, reliable, and accessible to every American.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
As the ONLY national organization advocating for all rail passengers, we are proud to advocate on behalf of Maureen and the more than 40 million US rail passengers annually.
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December 2, 2025 at 12:15 AM
As the ONLY national organization advocating for all rail passengers, we are proud to advocate on behalf of Maureen and the more than 40 million US rail passengers annually.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
Everyone deserves access to a passenger rail network that fits their needs, and we are working every day to make sure that their voices are heard.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Everyone deserves access to a passenger rail network that fits their needs, and we are working every day to make sure that their voices are heard.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
As a 501 (c)(3), we rely on the generosity of others. We'd be honored if you’d participate in our GivingTuesday Campaign by donating today. Your partnership allows us to work for you, your fellow passengers and communities across the country.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
December 1, 2025 at 12:15 AM
As a 501 (c)(3), we rely on the generosity of others. We'd be honored if you’d participate in our GivingTuesday Campaign by donating today. Your partnership allows us to work for you, your fellow passengers and communities across the country.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
November 29, 2025 at 2:45 PM
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
Today, on Black Friday, we’re launching our GivingTuesday Campaign that will help the Association keep fighting for passenger rail and transit. Donate today to help us raise $20,000 or more between now and midnight on Tuesday, December 2nd.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
November 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Today, on Black Friday, we’re launching our GivingTuesday Campaign that will help the Association keep fighting for passenger rail and transit. Donate today to help us raise $20,000 or more between now and midnight on Tuesday, December 2nd.
www.railpassengers.o...
www.railpassengers.o...
From all of us at Rail Passengers.
November 27, 2025 at 7:57 PM
From all of us at Rail Passengers.