Rep. Cartwright Welcomes Amtrak NYC-Scranton Economic Impact Analysis

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Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08) welcomed Amtrak's new economic impact analysis of its proposed New York-Scranton passenger rail route, finding that the service would generate $87 million in annual economic activity, plus $2.9 billion from one-time investments.

"Those of us who have been working for years on bringing passenger rail back to Northeastern Pennsylvania are gratified that Amtrak understands the kind of economic boon this train service can be for our whole region," said Rep. Cartwright. "The success of this vision hangs on passage of the Build Back Better plan, which I'll be focused on passing in the coming months in Washington."

The initial analysis was conducted based on the proposed addition of Amtrak stops in Pennsylvania in Scranton, Tobyhanna, Mount Pocono and East Stroudsburg. It highlights benefits such as connections to more job and educational opportunities for smaller localities and reduced highway traffic congestion.

View the analysis HERE.

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