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Reports to Congress
A Prospectus for Change in the Freight Railroad Industry
Keywords: Economic Regulations, High Speed Ground Transportation, Electrification Investments
Abstract: This report outlines prospective changes for the freight railroad industry. It details the status of the industry, the causes of railroad problems, estimated capital requirements...
Reports to Congress
1977 Annual Report by the President : To the Congress on the Administration of the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970
Abstract: A summary of the Federal Actions to Improve Railroad Safety during Calendar Year 1977 and the Status and Results Thereof
Reports to Congress
A Reexamination of the Amtrak Route Structure
Keywords: Amtrak, Route Structure, Route Recommendations
Abstract: In 1970, th e Rail Passenger Service Act was enacted into law, and on May 1, 1971, federally sponsored intercity rail passenger service began. The Act, which envisioned limited...
Reports to Congress
The Impact of the 4-R Act Railroad Ratemaking Provisions
Keywords: Rate Regulations, Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976, RRRR, Cost Analysis
Abstract: On February 5, 1976, Congress enacted Public Law 94-210, the Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976 (4-R Act). Among the more important objectives of this Act...
Reports to Congress
1976 Annual Report by the President : To the Congress on the Administration of the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970
Abstract: A summary of the Federal Actions to Improve Railroad Safety during Calendar Year 1976and the Status and Results Thereof