NACD Urges Inclusion of Short Line Railroads in Federal Infrastructure Investment
ARLINGTON, VA – The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) recently echoed the Railroad-Shipper Transportation Advisory Council (RSTAC) in urging Congress to ensure short line railroads are fully included in any new investment funding legislation. In a letter submitted to members of Congress, the nine voting members of RSTAC, a group established to advise Congress and the administration "with respect to rail transportation policies it considers significant," underscored the importance of investing in small railroads to ensure the most effective and efficient transportation system possible.
"Freight rail is a vital link in the chemical distributor's transportation arsenal," said NACD President and CEO Eric R. Byer. "Significant investment in short line railroads will lead to better connectivity, provide much-needed competition and enhance customer service for chemical distributors and other small shippers throughout the country."