The Association of American Railroads (AAR)

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Web Name: The Association of American Railroads (AAR)

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The Staggers Rail Act of 1980 was a fundamental moment in freight rail’s legacy, setting railroads on track to become one of the safest, most efficient and cost-effective transportation networks in the world. To keep our nation moving forward, it’s imperative that federal policymakers and regulators — now and in the future — protect the smart regulatory framework borne of this groundbreaking bipartisan legislation.In a new Wall Street Journal op-ed, AAR CEO Ian Jefferies reflects on how the bipartisan legislation of Staggers offers current and prospective policymakers a case study for sensible regulation today. MTA Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) tackled the issue of grade crossing safety head on, developing a set of solutions to address the issue — including a trailblazing partnership with navigation app Waze.The Signal: Your quick stop for freight rail newsSubscribe to the Signal Newsletter now and stay connected.Full NameEmail AddressOrganizationSubscribe1,000+ Local National Leaders Send Letter to STB Congress Spotlighting Success of StaggersThe bipartisan coalition — including seven former USDOT Secretaries, crucial industry partners like ports, policy analysts on the left and right, and scores of state and local officials — commemorated the Staggers anniversary while urging regulators and policymakers to consider the industry-saving history of Staggers when approaching economic rail regulation in the future.Read the Letter Get freight rail industry news right to your inbox, from important policy updates to fun facts about America’s private, 140,000-mile network.

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