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Amtrak OIG says data gaps hinder backlog cuts

16.04.2026

Amtrak OIG report details $47 billion repair backlog

Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for 14 long-distance routes

15.04.2026

Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for long-distance routes

Schumer, Ryan press FRA over Rhinecliff station delay

15.04.2026

Rhinecliff station renovation stalled amid federal review

Amtrak OIG says data gaps hinder backlog cuts

16.04.2026

Amtrak OIG report details $47 billion repair backlog

State of good repair backlog issues remain central to a new Amtrak OIG report. The report says Amtrak has made focused progress since 2016.
Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for 14 long-distance routes

15.04.2026

Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for long-distance routes

Amtrak long-distance fleet replacement has moved into procurement. The railroad says it is the largest such program in that fleet’s history.
Schumer, Ryan press FRA over Rhinecliff station delay

15.04.2026

Rhinecliff station renovation stalled amid federal review

The Rhinecliff station renovation project is still stalled. On Tuesday, U.
Amtrak and SEPTA open rebuilt Ardmore Station

14.04.2026

Amtrak and SEPTA open rebuilt Ardmore Station

Ardmore Station improvements were officially opened on Friday, April 10. Amtrak joined representatives of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) for the opening.
Amtrak schedules April 14 Hiawatha West webinar

14.04.2026

Amtrak Hiawatha West moves into public review

Amtrak Hiawatha West service is entering public review. Amtrak is preparing to extend daily Hiawatha Service into Dane, Jefferson, and Waukesha Counties.
Amtrak plans $8M Cleveland station accessibility upgrade

14.04.2026

Cleveland Amtrak station project centers on accessibility

Cleveland Amtrak station upgrades will bring $8 million in accessibility improvements to the downtown station used by Amtrak passengers in the city.
Amtrak Cascades trains due later in 2026

12.04.2026

Amtrak Cascades new trains miss World Cup window

Amtrak Cascades new trains are still expected later this year. They will not arrive in time for the men’s World Cup in the Pacific Northwest.
Las Vegas Amtrak station upgrades start in New Mexico

11.04.2026

Las Vegas Amtrak station upgrades to start this year

Las Vegas Amtrak station upgrades are set to begin this year in New Mexico. Also, the project includes a new boarding platform with access to the station and parking.
Amtrak adds daily trip, 20% off Pacific Surfliner fares

11.04.2026

Pacific Surfliner expands service for World Cup travel

Amtrak Adds Pacific Surfliner Service Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, Along With a Limited-Time 20% Fare Cut. Pacific Surfliner World Cup service expansion will give travelers more rail options in California this summer.
Amtrak rail car replacement draws funding push

11.04.2026

Williams County urges Congress on Amtrak rail car replacement

Amtrak rail car replacement is the subject of a new appeal from Williams County commissioners. They joined other organizations urging Congress to move quickly on replacing outdated Amtrak rail cars.
Pacific Surfliner service expands with new May 4 roundtrip

09.04.2026

Pacific Surfliner adds daily Los Angeles–San Luis Obispo trip

Pacific Surfliner service expansion is set for next month. It will add a new daily Amtrak roundtrip.
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner discount: 20% off with code V526

08.04.2026

Pacific Surfliner adds May 4 train north of Los Angeles

Pacific Surfliner service expansion will add another train north of Los Angeles on May 4. The new morning northbound service is intended in part for Ventura County residents.