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Rep. Jack Quinn (R-New York) discussed recent train derailments and the federal government’s role in railroad safety. It was the topic of a House hearing Congressman Quinn was chairing…

The House Transportation Subcommittee heard testimony from officials with the Federal Railroad Administration, the National Transportation Safety Board, and AMTRAK on recent train…

Witnesses testified about proposals to arm flight crews to ensure passenger safety and prevent hijackings. Among the issues they addressed were the amount of training required, the…

Representative Peter King, a Republican from New York published his second novel. According to King, the book "contains as much fiction as his speeches on the house floor". Deliver Us From…

U.S. House Transportation Subcommittee held a hearing on Amtrak Reform and Accountability. The Amtrak CEO and others gave their testimony to the subcommittee.

Members of Congress from steel-producing states talked with reporters after a meeting with President Bush about tariffs on imported steel.

Council members testified about the financial solvency of Amtrak, the company’s ability to meet federally mandated deadlines for self-sufficiency, and potential future curtailment of rail…