States for Passenger Rail Coaltion


The States for Passenger Rail Coalition is an alliance of State and Regional Transportation Officials who work together to promote the development and growth of Intercity Passenger Rail as part of an integrated national transportation network.

Amtrak Cascades train

Amtrak's annual operating loss last year was lowest since 1975, a sign of progress, CEO says

The Amtrak's fiscal 2012 operating loss was the lowest in nearly 38 years, which is a sign of progress, Joseph Boardman, the railroad's president and CEO, said Thursday... Read More

High Speed Rail

Illinois plant wins $352 million passenger rail car contract

Federal and state officials are making it official today: Illinois will be the place that builds the next generation of passenger railroad cars... Read More

Amtrak Cascades train

High Speed Rail Networks Will Proceed

Fitch believes that U.S. high speed rail (HSR) networks and other regional rail solutions are likely to proceed despite the difficulties faced by proposed projects in California and Florida. ... Read More

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WHO WE ARE

The States for Passenger Rail Coalition (SPRC) is an alliance of 33 state leaders from across the United States who work together to support the development and growth of intercity passenger rail service for America. Established in 2000, the SPRC advocates for passenger rail initiatives and federal funding, supports current and long range plans for passenger rail advancement, and facilitates cooperation and coordination among state officials and between the public and private sector at all levels.