Ran across this article/speech by the shortline association on the state of shortlines, their role in contenporary transportation and the economy, infrastructure needs and funding. Thought it might be of interest for some others here too...
www.aslrra.org/images/news_file/RFTTestimony_STB_Infra_Requirements_April_11_07.pdf
Don't know the current status of the loan and tax credit legislation...anyone know about it?