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Uniting community leaders & the public in support of rail solutions for tomorrow's transportation challenges. 🚂 Newsletter:

[Congressman Andy Barr @RepAndyBarr]

Huge win for @RJCormanRR, a great Kentucky company. We secured over $43M to improve the transportation of goods in our region.

I strongly supported this funding through a letter of support to DOT and personally brought @SecDuffy to Kentucky earlier this year to discuss our regional transportation needs. Congratulations to RJ Corman Railroad Group!

https://t.co/MVLj7L5oOZ

[GoRail @GoRail]

@SenToddYoung Thank you, Senator Young, for being a #RailChampion by recognizing the essential role freight rail plays in our supply chain and supporting robust funding for infrastructure!

[Senator Todd Young @SenToddYoung]

Indiana’s rail infrastructure plays an important role in supporting our economy and connecting Hoosier businesses to markets across the country. These investments will help improve rail safety, modernize aging infrastructure, and make our transportation network more efficient and reliable.

https://t.co/w4I53hML27

[GoRail @GoRail]

Rail cargo theft is costing more than most people realize 🚨

Join us October 28 at 1:00 PM ET for a conversation with voices from rail, trucking, retail and Capitol Hill on how these criminal networks operate and what the bipartisan CORCA bill would do about it.

Register here 👉 https://t.co/BOWniENe74

[CSX @CSX]

Before cars hit the road, they often ride the rails. CSX moves about 4.5 million vehicles annually through our network of 36 TDSI terminals, helping automakers deliver vehicles to markets across the country. #CSX #FreightRail

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

Thank you, @RepDavidRouzer. North Carolina's 2,751-mile freight rail network is essential to moving the goods families and businesses rely on every day. Strong rail connections support jobs, economic growth and supply chain reliability.

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

The @CREATE_Chicago's Forest Hill Flyover is a finalist for AASHTO's People's Choice Award. The project will reduce freight and passenger rail conflicts, ease congestion and improve reliability in the Chicago region. Vote daily through Nov. 15. Link in comments.

[GoRail @GoRail]

Federal Funding Alert: New CRISI grant awards $2.3 billion for 105 rail projects in 45 states. 🎉

The @USDOTFRA announced yesterday that the funding will improve more than 2,000 miles of track, with over $1.9 billion in additional state, local and private investment. Short line railroads account for 87 of the projects, including track and bridge rehabilitation, new locomotives and upgrades at more than 300 grade crossings.

[CPKC @CPKCrail]

Back-to-back locomotives lead a train winding adjacent to a river and through a kaleidoscope of fall colours in Levack, Ont. Congratulations to Trevor Franklin for capturing this beautiful photo which is featured in our 2026 #CPKC Calendar.

CPKC is always looking for beautiful photos of our trains. We accept photo and short video submissions throughout the year. Visit our website to learn more and submit today.

🔗https://t.co/Jt67UV8cLM

[GoRail @GoRail]

Congratulations to the short line railroads and communities receiving this historic CRISI funding. 🎉 Per @ASLRRA, 87 of the 105 awarded projects, totaling $1.885B, were awarded to small business short line freight railroad projects.

Stronger track and safer crossings don’t just benefit railroads. They benefit the jobs, supply chains and communities that depend on freight rail every day.

[Short Line Railroads @ASLRRA]

This is BIG!

The @USDOT and @USDOTFRA have announced the fiscal year 2025-2026 CRISI grant awards and the numbers for short lines are OFF. THE. CHARTS.

We are immensely excited for all of our members receiving CRISI funding and thankful to USDOT and FRA leadership and program teams for their steadfast commitment to America’s local railroads and to the communities and businesses that depend on them. These awards will go far in helping boost safe operations across the short line freight rail industry!

[BNSF Railway @BNSFRailway]

Pretty sure that grain elevator has at least one ghost. #BNSFTraintober

Photo Credit: Harrison Sadler

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

Thank you, @RepJeffHurd. The steel and rail produced in Pueblo contribute to an economic footprint that extends far beyond Colorado. By supporting the freight rail network, Pueblo's manufacturers help connect businesses, strengthen supply chains and drive economic growth!

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

U.S. railroads are on the move! Weekly rail traffic increased 7.2% YoY for the week ending October 10, 2026, according to our Policy & Economics team.

This week’s moves:

🪨 Metallic Ores and Metals: + 19.7%

🪵 Forest Products: + 9.6%

Link in comments ⬇️⬇️

[GoRail @GoRail]

“That’s the model I want to see more of: private investment producing a public benefit.”

Westmoreland County Commissioner Doug Chew on how freight rail can drive the county’s next economic chapter, from the old Sony plant to Commerce Crossing: https://t.co/7BOBIbumWq

[BNSF Railway @BNSFRailway]

Harvest readiness takes more than capacity on paper. Customers need rail equipment deployed and prepared to move.

With a robust grain car fleet in place, including our shuttle equipment, which remained fully deployed throughout the summer, we remain flexible to support customers as peak harvest season ramps up. At BNSF, we’re focused on serving our customers through harvest and beyond.

[GoRail @GoRail]

Read the full explainer on what Staggers did and why it still matters: https://t.co/0KvM4CbTsH

[GoRail @GoRail]

46 years ago today, the Staggers Rail Act became law. Since then, freight railroads have invested $840B+ in their own networks, and rates are 44% lower than in 1981 (inflation-adjusted). Balanced policy keeps it going. #Staggers46

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

Just released: AAR's Policy & Economics Team’s October 2026 Rail Industry Overview. Q3 was the highest-volume intermodal quarter ever for U.S. railroads. In September, railroads originated nearly 295,000 intermodal units per week. Read the report via the link in the comments.

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

Rising fuel costs are influencing shipping decisions across the supply chain. A recent @Marketplace report highlights how some businesses are turning to intermodal rail as a cost-effective option, helping drive record intermodal volumes. Link in comments.

[AAR @AAR_FreightRail]

At a Capitol Hill discussion hosted by @BBB_NtlPrograms, AAR's Mike Rush discussed how collaboration, industry standards and innovation have helped strengthen rail safety and why modern regulatory approaches can support future safety advancements.