Intercity Passenger Rail: Prospects for Amtrak's Financial Viability
RCED-98-211R
Published: Jun 05, 1998. Publicly Released: Jun 05, 1998.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed: (1) Amtrak's current financial status; and (2) the outlook for its long-term financial viability.
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Federal aid to railroadsFinancial managementFuture budget projectionsLossesMaintenance costsRailroad transportation operationsStrategic planningSubsidiesRailBudget deficit