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Amtrak Support: Restoring Routes and Re-hiring Employees

This act allocates over $165 million to Amtrak, the national railroad company. The funds are intended to restore long-distance train services that were reduced in 2020 and to re-hire employees furloughed due to the pandemic. Citizens can expect a return to normal train travel frequency on long-distance routes.
Key points
Restoration of long-distance Amtrak train service frequency that was reduced on or after July 1, 2020.
Re-hiring of Amtrak employees furloughed on or after October 1, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Allocation of $165.9 million for these purposes, available until September 2024.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_369
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2021-02-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to authorize and appropriate funding for grants to Amtrak for the restoration of long-distance routes and the rehiring of employees furloughed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_369.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Restoration of long-distance Amtrak train service frequency that was reduced on or after July 1, 2020.
  • Re-hiring of Amtrak employees furloughed on or after October 1, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Allocation of $165.9 million for these purposes, available until September 2024.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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