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Great American Stations Project

Minot, N.D. waiting room reopens to passengers

Renovation project addressed damage caused by 2011 Souris River flooding.

FY 2013 TIGER Grants Now Available

Applications accepted through June 3, 2013

U.S. DOT announces the availability of $474 million in FY 2013 TIGER Grants; high-speed and intercity passenger rail projects eligible for funding.

Portland, Ore., to Host the 10th Amtrak Civic Conversation

The next Civic Conversation will take place Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 in the "Rose City."

ADA Level Boarding Policy

FRA letter to Amtrak General Counsel clarifying issues around the definition of freight-only tracks in application of the new level boarding rule (PDF file)

DOT guidance on level boarding (DOT ADA Final Rule)

AMTRAK REPORTS ON ACCESSIBILITY AND COMPLIANCE WITH ADA

Report to Congress on the Accessible Stations Development Program (December 26, 2012, PDF file)

PRIIA Section 219 Supplemental Evaluation Letter to Congress (May 11, 2012, PDF file)

ADA REQUIREMENTS

All Amtrak stations must adhere to Code of Federal Regulations Title 49, Parts 37 and 38. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Amtrak

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DISCOVER TOMORROW

Train stations have always been hubs of civic activity and a social focus point. Station renovations can bring jobs, economic revitalization and new attractions to your town. Click below to view a welcome message from Great American Stations or learn about the past and future of America’s great train stations in Discover Tomorrow.

SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS: HATTIESBURG, MS

This photo gallery of before and after shots shows the dramatic transformation of the Hattiesburg station.

BEST PRACTICES

A well-planned train station is one of the best investments a community can make as it seeks to expand its appeal for greater tourism and business opportunities. Whether used by tourists or local residents, well-planned train stations have proven to be fertile economic ground.

FUNDING AND GRANTS

Grant, Loan and Tax Credit Opportunities for Rail Station Development

A guide to grants for communities looking for a way to fund rail station development.

Understanding the World of Funding Sources

Where to get funding for station projects.

PROTECTING AND PROMOTING RAIL STATIONS THROUGH HISTORIC DESIGNATION PROGRAMS

A guide to the uses of historic designation (PDF file).

Amtrak Signage Registered users can download a copy of the Amtrak Graphics Signage Standards Manual or Station Planning Guidelines. »


Historic Stations We have 170 working stations that are also on the National Register of Historic Places »

STATIONS

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Washington Union Station Master Plan Unveiled

Washington Union Station Master Plan Unveiled

Amtrak released a Master Plan for revitalizing the terminal at Washington Union Station on July 25, 2012.

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STATION NEWS

Amtrak Releases New Station Program and Planning Guidelines. Details
Texas Eagle Now Stopping at Hope, Ark.. Details
Restored depot dedicated in Jesup, Ga.. Details
Sandpoint, Idaho depot expected to reopen by mid-2014. Details
Ground Broken for New Winter Park, Fla. Station. Details
Enhancements to Lancaster, Pa. Station Continue in 2013. Details

RAIL NEWS