As CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority, my focus is clear: Deliver the nation’s first true high-speed rail system. This is not just a transportation project; it is a transformative investment that will …

Mar 18, 2026 · Existing Amtrak Compass Rail fleet is now anticipated to be retired in 2030-2031.

Rail transportation1 is a critical pillar of the U.S. economy, powering industries, facilitating trade, and supporting high-wage jobs — all while operating on a self-funded infrastructure network that reduces …

Increased infrastructure investment provided in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)—in combination with annual appropriations approved by Congress—is already resulting in tangible …

Map inquires or revisions should be submitted to NCDOT Rail Division’s Data Analysis and Inventory Unit. Phone: (919) 707-4121 Email: RailInventory@ncdot.gov.

May 7, 2025 · The FRA defines five technical levels of rail, from conventional rail (Level 1) to maglev (Level 5). Most U.S. mainline track operates at Level 1—60 mph for freight and 80 mph for passenger.

The preparation of regional rail and corridor service development plans and corresponding environmental analyses.8 Any project that the Secretary considers necessary to enhance multimodal …