“Getting on the Right Track: Navigating the Future of Intercity Passenger Rail in America”

Hearing
Subcommittee: Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 Time: 11:00 AM Location: 2167 Rayburn HOB
Agenda

The hearing will cover issues and opportunities for United States intercity passenger rail, including opportunities for private sector competition, working with freight railroads to improve service, and how best to approach building new intercity passenger rail corridors, including high-speed rail.

Witnesses
Hon. Kirk Watson
Mayor
City of Austin, Texas
Mr. Lee Ohanian
Senior Fellow
Hoover Institution
Ms. Stacey Mortensen
Executive Director
San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority
Mr. Andy Daly
Senior Director of Passenger Operations
CSX Railroad