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Press Releases

If you are interested in searching for press releases prior to 2025, please visit our News Archive.

April 21, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Department Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $4.7 billion investment into rail projects on Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor to enhance travel for American families. This funding will help...

April 20, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $2.04 billion investment into the modernization of America’s rail infrastructure. Investments will support improving rail travel experiences for American...

April 6, 2026

New rail manufacturing facility will create over 500 jobs in North Carolina

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December 19, 2025

  ‘Whether you're operating an 80,000-pound big rig or a massive freight train, you need to be
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September 22, 2025

Biden-Buttigieg promised to enhance safety along Brightline Florida Rail Corridor but failed to deliver funding for
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