Amtrak to reimburse NJ Transit

U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer has proposed the 'All Aboard Act', a Rail Passenger Bill of Rights aimed at requiring Amtrak to reimburse New Jersey Transit (NJT) riders for delays or cancellations exceeding three hours. This initiative follows widespread frustration among commuters due to significant service disruptions attributed primarily to Amtrak’s aging infrastructure, with reports indicating that nearly 92% of NJ Transit trains would be on time if not for these issues. The proposed legislation seeks to compel Amtrak to utilize $6 billion allocated for maintenance under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill to improve its services. Gottheimer emphasized that the current delays represent a substantial burden on commuters and the state’s transit system as a whole. The bill also aims to eliminate Amtrak’s 'run to fail' strategy, pushing for proactive infrastructure investments. With severe delays and cancellations plaguing the NJ Transit system, Gottheimer is advocating for immediate action to enhance reliability for passengers.