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Interstate High Speed Rail Network Compact

Enables Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia to jointly conduct a feasibility study to establish high-speed rail passenger service between the major cities in each state. The existing compact was established in 1981 and consisted of five states (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania). By 1991, New York and Missouri had become members. The compact is also referred to as the Interstate High Speed Rail Compact, Midwest High Speed Rail Compact, and High Speed Rail Compact.

Congressional Consent: Yes (more information)
Category: Transportation
Tags: Rail
Full Text PDF: PDF Available
National Organization: High Speed Rail Compact Commission
StateYear of Joinder
Illinois1981
Indiana1981
Michigan
Missouri1991
New York1991
Ohio1986
Pennsylvania1980