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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2017

NY, NJ governors call for independent review of Penn Station infrastructure

In a letter Gov. Cuomo and Gov. Christie said the train derailments and severe service disruptions at the century-old Manhattan rail hub have made clear “the need for a complete review of Amtrak’s infrastructure and maintenance protocols.”

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2017

New MIT study will explore future of transportation

Study examines how developments in technology, fuel, infrastructure, policy, and consumer preference will drive changes in future transportation.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2017

San Francisco MTA bans political ads

Agency officials said input was sought and received from community groups while drafting the policy, which was adopted by a unanimous vote and without discussion and goes into effect immediately.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2017

Sen. Schumer calls on Congress to work together on $1T infrastructure bill

Speaking at a news conference in front of Penn Station, Schumer’s push for lawmakers to act in a bipartisan fashion comes after two train derailments in the past two weeks that caused massive delays for commuters.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2017

House T&I Committee approves legislation to increase rail oversight transparency

Under the legislation, the FRA will have 10 business days from the beginning of the safety assessment to notify Members of Congress and 90 days following the completion of the assessment to provide members with findings and recommendations.

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Newsby StaffMarch 30, 2017

New Lyft service mimics mass transit with fixed routes

The new feature, which is being tested out in San Francisco and Chicago, is an extension of Lyft’s carpool service, Lyft Line

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Newsby StaffMarch 30, 2017

Bombardier to provide 25 more German double-deck trainsets

The order is based upon two framework agreements signed with DB in 2008 and 2013. Delivery of the 25 trainsets is scheduled to start in 2019.

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Newsby StaffMarch 29, 2017

Fla. House pulls high-speed rail safety bill

The bill, which would require high-speed rail companies to install PTC and pay for fencing along section of its tracks where pedestrians could be at risk, was set to be taken up by the state Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee but was “temporarily postponed.”

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2017

Poll finds Coloradans favor commuter rail over commuter bus

If passed, House Bill 17-1242 is projected to generate $700 million for new transportation infrastructure in Colorado.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2017

Niles joins HNTB as senior project manager

Federal transit expertise will benefit planning and delivery of mega infrastructure programs in the region.

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