Amtrak Quotes

We continue to subsidize highways and aviation, but when it comes to our passenger rail system, we refuse to provide the money Amtrak needs to survive. (Corrine Brown)
Amtrak offers riders a cost-effective way to travel throughout the country. View quote
Tim Bishop
As a personal beneficiary of the service that Amtrak provides and as someone who represents a congressional district that counts on safe, reliable rail service, I am a strong supporter of providing this vital industry the funding necessary to continue operations. View quote
Tim Bishop
Without the funding Amtrak needs to keep operating, we will soon see people that rely on Amtrak to get them to work each day, waiting for a train that isn't coming. View quote
Corrine Brown
If we are wondering why only 19 percent of the American people feel that the Congress is in tune with their priorities, the cuts in Amtrak is one blatant reason why. View quote
Corrine Brown
A healthy Amtrak is an integral part of New York and the Nation's economy and transportation systems. View quote
Tim Bishop
The fact is that America relies on Amtrak to move people. View quote
Tim Bishop
Over the years, I've had a lot of different jobs - newspaper boy, dish washer, naval flight officer, Amtrak board member, Governor and chairman of the National Governors Association - just to name a few. But my most cherished job - and frankly my most important job for that matter - is being a father. View quote
Tom Carper
Not only should we be giving Amtrak the money it needs to continue to provide services; we should be providing security money to upgrade their tracks and improve safety and security measures in the entire rail system. View quote
Corrine Brown
Reducing the budget for Amtrak makes no sense unless the Administration is prepared to implement a reform strategy which can be supported by the budget request. View quote
Kit Bond