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Newsby StaffNovember 21, 2001

Lawmakers pledge to block Amtrak liquidation

The railroad's credit may have been damaged since the Amtrak Reform Council recommended liquidation.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2001

Amtrak liquidation chances are slim

Federal panel reform ideas for the railway include making states or Congress come up with money to keep unprofitable but politically popular Amtrak routes.

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Newsby StaffNovember 9, 2001

Dallas/Ft. Worth APM under construction

The 4.81-mile peoplemover will open in 2005.

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Newsby StaffNovember 9, 2001

Amtrak told to plan liquidation

Congress will make the final decision on Amtrak's future and is considering what role the railway will play in U.S. high-speed rail development .

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Newsby StaffNovember 5, 2001

Matra Transport changes its name

Company becomes 100% owned by Siemens Transportation Systems.

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Newsby StaffNovember 2, 2001

Amtrak self-sufficiency questioned

DOT recommends Amtrak focus on improving ventilation and evacuation systems in aging tunnels.

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Newsby StaffOctober 31, 2001

BART foots bill for $1 million snake

Death of rare reptile causes lost-work delays for contractor

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2001

Rail safety and security bill cleared

Bill would authorize $1.8 billion to improve rail passenger safety and security.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2001

Railtrack shut down

Closure coincides with resignation of CEO.

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Newsby StaffOctober 1, 2001

Subway by Trade Center needs to be rebuilt

Reconstruction of line may take two years.

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