New year, new Congress, same regulatory threats

摘要

While doubtful freight rail lobbyists will reveal their reason for broad smiles, the reality is that the makeup of the new Congress and the railroads' ability to recite a catalogue of success stories since economic regulatory constraints were teased portend legislative triumph. Don't assume, however, that railroads are facing a batting order of middling hitters. The actuality is that railroad legislative success in the 113~(th) Congress will require determination, exertion and attention to detail. With 84 new House members and 11 new senators (some 18% of total congressional seats), education of new members is paramount. And there remain peskv nemeses.