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Advocates tell committee passenger rail expansion should be part of Ohio's transportation budget
Summary
The Greater Ohio Policy Center testified in favor of investing in passenger rail as part of a connected statewide transportation network and urged the Legislature to support rail studies and planning in HB54.
Columbus — Jason Warner, director of strategic engagement for the Greater Ohio Policy Center, urged Ohio lawmakers on Feb. 11 to include passenger-rail planning and investment in the state transportation budget, arguing that rail connections would link Ohio cities, reduce demand for roadway expansion and attract federal funding opportunities.
"Expanding passenger rail service in Ohio will…
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