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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.

May 22, 2026

What’s Missing from the BUILD America 250 Act? Dedicated Passenger Rail Funding.

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.

New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

Cleveland is receiving meaningful investments in its half-century-old station; Elyria is reactivating its own historic station site; and Oxford is opening Ohio’s first new station in decades.

Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

Can you outrun a train? Explore the story of the Highball to Thurmond Ultra, a 50-mile race through the New River Gorge where the finish line is a seat on the Amtrak Cardinal. Discover how this unique event highlights the power of passenger rail and history.

MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Passenger rail is returning to Columbus! Learn about MORPC's plans to begin the design phase for a new passenger rail station at the Columbus Convention Center as early as 2027. Discover how this modern, multimodal hub will reconnect Central Ohio to the national network.

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

The Ohio Rail Summit brought together nearly 200 advocates, leaders, and community members for a day focused on one question: what comes next for passenger rail in Ohio? From big-picture vision to on-the-ground progress, the conversations throughout the day made one thing clear: momentum is building, and the path forward is taking shape.

Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

Amtrak is launching its largest-ever Long Distance train order! Discover what the upcoming fleet of 800+ modern, American-made railcars means for Ohio's Floridian, Lake Shore Limited, and Cardinal routes

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New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

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Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

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MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Access to reliable transportation is one of the most overlooked factors shaping a student’s ability to succeed. Across campuses in Ohio and beyond, students are navigating the realities of getting to class, work, and daily responsibilities, often without consistent options. In this piece, student advocate Reese Bush explores how transit access impacts real lives and why student voices are essential in shaping what comes next.

Reese Bush

When Getting to Class Isn’t Guaranteed: Why Transit Matters for Ohio Students

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.

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Inside the Inaugural Ohio Rail Summit

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What’s Missing from the BUILD America 250 Act? Dedicated Passenger Rail Funding.

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New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Momentum Is Building for Passenger Rail: Now What?

Full Speed Ahead: All Aboard Ohio Celebrates Amtrak’s Historic Long-Distance Fleet Overhaul

Story Stream

May 22, 2026

Jesse Cook

New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

May 14, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

Racing the Train: How the Highball to Thurmond Ultra is Defining the "Transit to Trails" Experience

May 6, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

MORPC's Vision for the Columbus Convention Center Train Station Begins in 2027

Apr 30, 2026

Reese Bush

When Getting to Class Isn’t Guaranteed: Why Transit Matters for Ohio Students

Apr 30, 2026

All Aboard Ohio

Inside the Inaugural Ohio Rail Summit

Topics

AAO In the Media

What are the latest updates on passenger rail plans in Ohio?

May 6, 2026

WOSU Columbus

Will passenger rail make a comeback?

May 4, 2026

WVXU Cincinnati

This Week in Boomtown: NWSL comes to Columbus; Ohio rail summit; Amgen sustainability efforts

Apr 25, 2026

WBNS 10 Columbus

Here's what proposed Amtrak budget cuts could mean for expanded Cincinnati rail service

Apr 24, 2026

WKRC Local12 Cincinnati

Push to bring passenger rail back to Ohio gains momentum at Columbus summit

Apr 18, 2026

WSYX ABC6 Columbus

Passenger rail service linking Cincinnati to Ohio's other major cities gains momentum

Apr 18, 2026

WKRC Local 12 Cincinnati

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Ryan Pecaut

Ohio Runs on Rail: A Vision for the Future of Passenger Rail in Ohio