Help Expedite the Long-Distance Fleet Order
Despite Congress appropriating substantial funding to replace Amtrak’s aging long-distance fleet, no order has yet been placed.
This delay, paired with worsening equipment shortages and the retirement of damaged or outdated cars, places long-distance routes at serious risk.
Amtrak’s long-distance trains are indispensable to national mobility. They serve as critical lifelines to rural communities while connecting metropolitan centers, providing convenient single-seat rides across numerous city pairs. These services offer unparalleled efficiency and access, especially for working-class Americans.
Please ask U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy to expedite the fleet replacement by working with Amtrak to:
A) Incorporate proven designs that emphasize durability and reliability, and leverage the existing American supply chain wherever possible.
B) Use simplicity and functionality to guide interior design, with a focus on the needs of everyday travelers.
