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"Open Access" and regulation of railroad freight rates.
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[quote user="marcimmeker"] <P>So, suppose that somehow everybody involved agrees that open access is the only way out. How can this be accomplished? I have my ideas about it but first I would like to hear yours. </P> <P>Let us set these limits: no government involvement in <U>this</U> process, if possible (they have just about admitted that they don't know how to run a business so let businesses try it themselves first). No taking away of right of ways from railroads by the government (not really necessary if it is done right but it is always an option of last resort in order to maintain and increase capacity if Wall Street is uncooperative).</P> <P>greetings,</P> <P>Marc Immeker</P> <P>[/quote]</P> <P>How can there be no government involvement in establishing OA, given that there is plenty of government involvement or oversight in the current spate of rail regulation (and the lack thereof [;)])?</P> <P>There is no such thing as complete government unregulation in any transport sector.</P> <P>Also, it may be that some of the pro-competition caveats contained in the Staggers Act may themselves (with some harsh interpretations) provide the framework for OA without further government meddling.</P>
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