Despite its benefits, rail has historically taken a back seat to federal and state funding for highways and airports. Lacking a dedicated financing system and funded inconsistently, passenger rail has been unable to realize its potential as a full partner in the transportation system.
OneRail supports a stable and reliable revenue source for high-speed and intercity rail, as we currently have for highways and air travel, and public policies that facilitate – not frustrate – private investment in improving and expanding rail infrastructure.