Iowa joins the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact to promote and coordinate passenger rail service.

The bill enacts the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact in Iowa, joining eight other states. The compact aims to improve intercity passenger rail service, coordinate state officials on rail issues, and develop high-speed rail plans. A commission is established to advocate for funding, develop partnerships, and create long-term plans. The commission will also work with federal agencies and Congress to secure funding. The compact includes provisions for commission administration, finance, and member state responsibilities.

Iowa joins the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact to promote and coordinate passenger rail service.

The bill enacts the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact in Iowa, joining eight other states. The compact aims to improve intercity passenger rail service, coordinate state officials on rail issues, and develop high-speed rail plans. A commission is established to advocate for funding, develop partnerships, and create long-term plans. The commission will also work with federal agencies and Congress to secure funding. The compact includes provisions for commission administration, finance, and member state responsibilities.