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Senate Bill 449 would reestablish Ohio's participation in a multistate partnership focused on passenger rail planning, coordination, and advocacy. COLUMBUS, OH - Bipartisan legislation that would return Ohio to the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact has been introduced in the Ohio Senate, marking the latest effort to ensure Ohio has a voice in regional passenger rail planning and development. Senate Bill 449, sponsored by State Senators George Lang (R-West Chester) and Nickie Antonio...

Jun 4, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

Bipartisan Legislation Would Return Ohio To Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Senate Bill 449 would reestablish Ohio's participation in a multistate partnership focused on passenger rail planning, coordination, and advocacy. COLUMBUS, OH - Bipartisan legislation that would return Ohio to the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact has been introduced in the Ohio Senate, marking the latest effort to ensure Ohio has a voice in regional passenger rail planning and development. Senate Bill 449, sponsored by State Senators George Lang (R-West Chester) and Nickie Antonio...

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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Discover why Elyria is Ohio’s #3 busiest Amtrak station and explore the active push to relocate it to the historic Lorain County Transportation Center.

Brian Schriver

Beyond the Night Train: The Bold Future of Passenger Rail in Lorain County

More than 200 transportation advocates, planners, policymakers, and industry leaders came together for the 2026 Ohio Rail Summit. Now, you can watch the sessions on demand and explore presentation materials from the event.

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Missed a Session? Watch 2026 Ohio Rail Summit Recordings

Dublin Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes takes the helm of MORPC’s Passenger Rail Advisory Council as Central Ohio shifts from transit planning to action. Discover how this leadership update accelerates momentum for the high-priority Midwest Connect and 3C+D passenger rail corridors.

All Aboard Ohio

New Passenger Rail Leadership at MORPC to Advance Rail in Central Ohio

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.

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

Jesse Cook

New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

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Jun 4, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

Bipartisan Legislation Would Return Ohio To Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

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Brian Schriver

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

May 22, 2026

Jesse Cook

New Ohio Amtrak Stations and Upgrades Underway Across State

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AAO In the Media

Bill Introduced to Allow Ohio to Rejoin Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact

Jun 12, 2026

ABC5 Columbus

Lawmakers look to restore Ohio to panel that could bring more passenger rail to region

Jun 9, 2026

Cincinnati Business Courier

New bill would return Ohio to interstate passenger rail compact

Jun 5, 2026

Springfield News-Sun

Meeting Thursday to discuss restoring Amtrak service to downtown Elyria

May 26, 2026

The Chronicle

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

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Ryan Pecaut

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