Amtrak Gains Power to Sue Freight Railroads for Passenger Delays.
This bill grants Amtrak the authority to file lawsuits against freight railroads that fail to prioritize passenger trains, a right already established in law. The goal is to drastically reduce the millions of minutes of delays currently caused by freight interference, leading to more reliable and punctual rail travel for citizens. This change provides Amtrak with an effective tool to enforce passenger preference.
Key points
Amtrak is authorized to bring civil actions in federal court to enforce its statutory right to preference over freight trains on shared tracks.
The change aims to significantly improve Amtrak's on-time performance, saving passengers time and reducing operational costs funded by taxpayers.
Previously, only the Attorney General could initiate such enforcement actions, a power rarely used, rendering the existing preference right ineffective.
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Expired
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