Ohio adopts the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact to coordinate and promote passenger rail service in the Midwest.
The bill adopts the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact, which aims to coordinate and promote passenger rail service in the Midwest. It establishes a Commission to advocate for funding, coordinate state officials, and promote long-range plans for high-speed rail. The Commission will work with federal agencies, local officials, and the public to raise awareness and visibility of passenger rail benefits. The compact allows for eligible states to join, with the Commission overseeing its implementation and ensuring coordination among various entities involved in passenger rail service.
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