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Posted by TransitChuckG on Wed Mar 4 16:53:05 2015 3/4/2015Moments ago, the U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly against an amendment that sought to end passenger rail service in America. Rep. Tom McClintock’s (R-CA) amendment to eliminate funding to Amtrak – including Capitol Corridor and California Zephyr service in his own district – was voted down 272 to 147, nearly a two-to-one margin. This is a big victory for trains in America, and we couldn’t have done it without your hard work and support. Your emails and phone calls in the past 24 hours helped to move the needle, and wavering House members got the message loud and clear: there is an overwhelming consensus that A Connected America needs a modern, 21st century intermodal transportation network and rail is a vital part of that equation. But make no mistake: plenty of work remains. We’ve just seen that Amtrak has a bulletproof majority, but NARP is committed to growing that support even more. With more ordinary passengers on our side – from people who use subways to get to work every day in America’s largest cities, to residents of rural communities where a daily Amtrak train may be the only alternative to driving – we can finally transform U.S. passenger rail into a network that provides all Americans with frequent and reliable service. The underlying authorizing legislation, H.R. 749, was approved by a vote of 316 to 101: a strong mandate and an encouraging sign of a GOP House that agrees in principle with the White House that America needs trains. Now, the fight for a bill that will truly transform the way rail passengers travel moves to the Senate. NARP needs your help in this fight. Give now to help us build the modern train network that Americans want. Your gift—even if it’s only $5, $10, or $20—makes all the difference in helping NARP advance our mission. And of course, keep calling your congressional delegation, keep visiting their offices in your hometown, and keep sending them emails and letters. Thank you for defending America’s passengers this week, and keep it up! Jim Mathews President & CEO National Association of Railroad Passengers |
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