In a statement Vice President Joe Biden states that the funding for High Speed Passenger rail is on the way. The 10 corridors identified by the administration for funding are now ready to begin receiving those funds. Funding from the stimulus plan is intended to “jump start” the country’s poor high speed rail network. Biden
Read moreThe recent Swine flu outbreak is a concern for everyone but especially for railroad workers. The many travel destinations and the contact with those who travel increases the chance of coming in contact with this virus. The overview lists the locations of the outbreak, symptoms and the available treatments. Please click here if you have any questions
Read moreInternational President Bob Scardelletti and International Vice President Joel Parker attended the unveiling of President Barack Obama’s High Speed Rail initiative. The administration’s vision is to build a network of high-speed rail corridors across America. “This investment in America’s future and the inclusion of labor in the announcement show the determination of the administration to
Read moreThe Youth in the Workplace program is a substance abuse prevention effort directly targeting young employees 18-29 years old. For details click here.
Read moreNational Train Day is approaching on May 9, 2009. Amtrak would like to honor the Pullman Porters who as a part of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters merged with TCU in 1978. The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, under the leadership of A. Philip Randolph, laid the groundwork for the American Civil Rights movement.
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