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U.S.Department of Transportation Office of Public Affairs Washington, D.C. www.dot.gov/affairs/briefing.htm News

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10/02/08 Statement from U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters on Rail Legislation

Contact: Brian Turmail
Telephone: (202) 366-4570

Thursday, October 02, 2008 (DOT 146-08)

Statement from U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters on Rail Legislation

“This legislation takes positive steps to further improve rail safety in the U.S.

“We remain committed to working with Congress to implement meaningful changes to improve the performance of our intercity passenger rail system. Our passenger rail system should be driven by sound economics, competition, and improved management of the Northeast Corridor. Future reforms should benefit consumers and protect taxpayers.

“Given the improvements to rail safety, the President is expected to sign the bill.”

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