Amtrak Changes: Prioritizing Profitability and Economic Sustainability
This bill changes how the Amtrak rail company operates, prioritizing its profitability. This means future investments and routes will be evaluated based on whether they generate profits, which could affect the availability of rail connections in some regions.
Key points
Amtrak's focus shifts from being "modern" to "economically sustainable."
New rules require rail routes to be profitable in proportion to federal investment.
Amtrak will no longer be required to use its "best business judgment," potentially altering decision-making processes.
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