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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2004

Amtrak calling for bridge replacement funding

In its ongoing bid to secure more government funding, Amtrak gave federal officials a first-hand look at some of its dilapidated infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2004

Lawmakers warn of Amtrak's demise if underfunded

The House of Representatives began debate on a $90 billion bill, which includes funding for the rail service.

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Newsby StaffAugust 31, 2004

Amtrak stops mail delivery on passenger trains

The national passenger railroad carries mostly bulk mail under a $60 million per year contract with the USPS.

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Newsby StaffAugust 26, 2004

Suspect pleads guilty to Amtrak bomb threats

Mass evacuation after threats cost rail company about $100,000 in lost revenues.

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Newsby StaffJuly 21, 2004

Pa., Amtrak agree on rail upgrade

State and rail agency split $145.5 million cost of improving service in Keystone Corridor.

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Newsby StaffJuly 7, 2004

Amtrak passengers delayed by bomb threats

Authorities search train and question about 300 riders and crewmembers.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2004

States, Amtrak plead to Congress for rail funding

Asking for at least $2 billion over five years, an Amtrak-led alliance of states requests that Congress allot grant money for major intercity rail lines.

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Newsby StaffJune 18, 2004

New railroad security bill introduced in House

The $1-million bill includes more than $600 million to improve the safety of rail tunnels used by Amtrak and commuter railroads.

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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2004

Amtrak launches AT&T Wi-Fi service

Anyone with a working Wi-Fi-enabled laptop or PDA can access the system.

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Newsby StaffMay 5, 2004

TSA test will screen rail passengers for explosives

Amtrak and Maryland Rail Commuter passengers boarding at the New Carrollton train station will be screened for one month during the pilot project.

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