Author Archives: Justin. K

New Bill Seeks to Mandate Amtrak Refunds for cancelled or delayed

A newly proposed bill in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to establish stricter consumer protections for Amtrak passengers by ensuring automatic ticket refunds when trains are significantly delayed or canceled due to Amtrak’s own failures. Legislation Introduced After Delays and Cancellations Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), alongside co-sponsor Rep. Thomas Kean (R-N.J.), formally introduced H.R.… Read More »

Metra Seeks Federal Loan to Address Aging Bridge Infrastructure

Metra is considering a new financing approach to address its growing infrastructure backlog, particularly the urgent need to replace aging bridges. With hundreds of bridges reaching or exceeding their intended service life, the agency is looking at federal funding to supplement its existing capital budget. The Scale of the Problem Every weekday, Metra trains cross… Read More »

Tri-Rail: Expansion from Mangonia Park Station to West Palm Beach?

Tri-Rail’s northernmost station at Mangonia Park could soon be just another stop along the way. A recent feasibility study commissioned by the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) has recommended extending the commuter rail line another three miles northwest to the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center. The project carries a hefty price tag: up… Read More »