GoRail works with thousands of community leaders across the country to tell the local story of freight rail — stronger economies, more jobs and cleaner skies. Founded in 2004 on the principle that “all politics is local,” we believe that direct input from constituents is the best way to communicate with elected officials. Many Americans don’t realize that freight railroads pay their own way with little help from taxpayers — to the tune of over $20 billion annually, on average. These investments make American industry more competitive by maintaining and enhancing the rail network that connects companies and communities to markets all over the world. Working with the support of U.S. freight railroads and rail supply companies, our coalition of community leaders reminds Congress how freight rail investments and rail policy decisions have real impacts back home, from local jobs and economic development to air quality and road congestion.
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Hundreds of agricultural groups, state leaders and customers join Class I railroads in urging the EPA to deny California’s authorization request to implement its locomotive regulation. The rule would hinder supply chains, increase costs and counter environmental goals. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4CDmrDa
Freight railroads = greenest way to move goods over land. #EarthDay2024
This month GoRail marks its 20th birthday! 🎉 Take a look back at our two decades of rail advocacy - including how the industry has changed and some of the community partners we've worked with over the years ⬇️⬇️
"Notably, railroads today boast lower employee injury rates than most other major industries, including trucking, airlines, agriculture, mining, manufacturing, construction and even grocery stores."
The Federal Railroad Administration’s 2023 safety data demonstrates the industry’s commitment to continued improvement and the strides we’ve made to safeguard employees, the communities we serve and the goods we move. Key takeaways: 🔶Freight remains among safest places to work 🔶Rail remains safest way to move goods over land 🔶Class I mainline accident rate dropped 42% since 2000 Our new White Paper highlights the steps we're taking to get even safer: https://ow.ly/iCV250QLcru
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🚆 Rail Freight and Climate Action! 🌍 Check out Joseph A.'s Op-ed, shedding light on how rail freight could play a pivotal role in achieving New York's ambitious climate goals. https://lnkd.in/ghHm7t67 Here's a quick rundown: 🌱 Rail freight and climate goals: We delved into how prioritizing rail transportation could significantly contribute to New York's sustainability efforts. With rail being the most carbon-efficient mode of land transportation, it aligns perfectly with our climate targets. 🛤️ Rail innovation and competitiveness: Bing brought up a critical point about policies potentially hindering rail operations. For instance, rules like the minimum crew size could impede competitiveness and stifle innovation within the industry. It's essential to foster an environment that encourages rail's growth and evolution. 🤝 Rail partnership and policy: We concluded on the importance of policymakers viewing rail as a strategic ally in implementing our state's climate plan. By avoiding unnecessary mandates and instead fostering partnerships, we can leverage rail's inherent advantages for a greener future. Let's keep these discussions going and work towards a more sustainable tomorrow! 🌟 #RailFreight #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CLCPA #advocacyinaction #transportation
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In Utah, freight rails move nearly 16 million tons across the state and are incredibly important to Utah's vibrant economy. Check out my op-ed below: https://lnkd.in/gay_iuk7
We ❤️ freight rail. #ValentinesDay
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BIG NEWS 📢 We're announcing funding for 10 major passenger rail projects across the country. These projects will bring high-speed rail to America, better connect more Americans, and keep our rail network in good repair. https://lnkd.in/gr66iKxq
Test your knowledge! How do Amtrak and #freightrail compare?