While passenger rail faces uncertainty, certain winning strategies are being identified that can keep momentum moving forward. Find out how passenger trains are progressing across the United States.

Discover how the new America 250-Ohio Transportation Trail celebrates the state's deep rail legacy by highlighting over 80 historic sites. Learn how All Aboard Ohio is using this rich interurban and heavy rail history as a blueprint to advocate for the future of modern passenger rail corridors like the 3C+D.

As Congress debates the next long-term transportation bill, passenger rail advocates are warning that changes to federal funding structure could impact the future of rail development nationwide. Here’s what the newly approved BUILD America 250 Act could mean for passenger rail projects in Ohio and across the country.

The inaugural Ohio Rail Summit brought together advocates, leaders, and community members from across the state and beyond for a day of conversation, connection, and forward-looking ideas. From keynote speakers to candid moments between sessions, these photos capture the energy in the room and the people driving this work forward.

“The Ohio Rail Summit reflects how the conversation has changed,” said Mitch Radakovich, Board Chair for All Aboard Ohio. “Passenger rail in Ohio is no longer a niche issue. It is part of a broader discussion about mobility, infrastructure, and regional connectivity, and it requires a forum that brings those voices together.”