General Archives - NH Business for Rail Expansion

NH Voices: Granite Staters have spoken on rail. It’s time for Republicans to listen.

June 17, 2019June 17, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Recently, nearly a full-page of this paper was dedicated to an admonishment of the strong public support for the expansion of passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester. This rebuke was prompted by a poll from the Saint Anselm College Survey Center, which illustrated that more than three-quarters of New Hampshire residents support passenger rail expansion. As a long-time businessperson and elected official, I cannot tell you the number of people I encounter — Democrats, Independents and yes, even Republicans — who all support rail expansion. Read more

One Step Away – Contact Governor Sununu Today

June 14, 2019June 14, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

We are officially one-step away from securing critical funding to analyze the expansion of passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester.

Rail Is One Step Closer As House Committee Recommends Funding

May 28, 2019May 28, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Friends,

We are one step closer to the expansion of passenger rail, as the NH House Public Works & Highways Committee voted to recommend funding the Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Study! Thank you reaching out to the committee to show your support.

Widespread Coverage Of Poll Announcing 75.5% Of New Hampshire Residents Support Rail Expansion

May 28, 2019May 28, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

A recent Saint Anselm College Survey Center Poll indicating that three-quarters of New Hampshire residents support expanding passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester was widely reported by the following media outlets:

Majority Of NH Residents Support Rail Expansion From Boston

May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

New Poll Shows 75.5% of NH Residents Support Rail Expansion from Boston

Concord, NH – More than three-quarters of New Hampshire residents support expanding passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester, according to a recent survey conducted by the Saint Anselm College Survey Center. The poll indicates 75.5% of residents in support of rail, with only 14.5% opposed and 10% with no opinion.

Mark Your Calendars for Wednesday, May 22

May 17, 2019May 17, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Friends,

Next Wednesday, May 22, the House Public Works and Highways Committee will be hearing public testimony on Senate Bill 241, which would provide funding for an in-depth analysis of rail expansion.

We’re close – but need your help

May 7, 2019May 7, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

We are a few crucial steps away from securing funding needed for the Project Development phase of the NH Capitol Corridor Project.

Senate approves funds to study passenger rail

February 25, 2019February 25, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

The idea of passenger rail service carrying people between Concord and Massachusetts got a boost Thursday when the state Senate voted 14-10 to pass a bill that lets the state obtain federal money to study the idea.

Rails on track: Senate approves bill clearing completion of rail study

February 25, 2019February 25, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

This legislation, if ultimately signed into law by Gov. Chris Sununu, would direct a small amount of the state’s accrued toll credit funds, which are generally used for highway projects. These funds are earned because of the state’s robust turnpike system, which is part of the national highway system.

NH Senate Passes Bill to Fund Passenger Rail Analysis

February 21, 2019February 21, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Today, the New Hampshire State Senate voted to approve Senate Bill 241, which would allow the New Hampshire Department of Transportation to access existing federal funding to complete the critical Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Rail Expansion Project. This phase will provide a detailed analysis of engineering, environmental, and geotechnical aspects, along with a firm financial plan for expanding passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester.

State Senate to Vote on Rail Tomorrow

February 20, 2019February 20, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Tomorrow, NH State Senators will vote on SB 241, which would allow the state to access federal funding for the critical Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Rail Expansion Project.

Momentum Gaining for Rail Expansion

February 13, 2019February 13, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Yesterday, the Senate Transportation Committee voted 3-2 to pass Senate Bill 241 to allocate funding for the critical Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Rail Expansion Project.

Manchester and Nashua mayors go to Concord to make case for commuter rail project

February 8, 2019February 8, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Mayor Joyce Craig on Tuesday joined Nashua Mayor Jim Donchess at a public hearing before the Senate Transportation Committee in support of SB 241, which would fund the project development of passenger rail in New Hampshire.

Price tag of $5 million estimated for Nashua train station

February 8, 2019February 8, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

Preliminary figures indicate it may cost about $5.2 million to construct a new train station and its infrastructure in the Gate City.

“This is a baseline approach,” Dan Kelly of the Nashua Rail Transit Committee told an aldermanic panel recently.

Overwhelming Support for Passenger Rail Expansion

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 nhbiz4rail General

A standing room-only crowd filled LOB Room 103 in Concord on Tuesday as the Senate Transportation Committee heard public testimony in support of Senate Bill 241, which would allow the NH Dept. of Transportation to access existing federal funding to complete the critical Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Rail Expansion Project. Read more

The Time for Rail Expansion is Now

February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 nhbiz4rail General, Press Release

Senate Transportation Committee to Hear Testimony on Rail Expansion

On Tuesday, February 5, at 2:00pm in Legislative Office Building Room 103 in Concord, the NH Senate Transportation Committee will hear testimony on Senate Bill 241, which will allow the NH Dept. of Transportation to access existing federal funding to complete the critical Project Development Analysis of the NH Capitol Corridor Rail Expansion Project.

Approval of this bill would have zero cost to New Hampshire taxpayers as ample federal funding is available and designated for this type of project.

NH Senate Narrowly Votes Against Funding Commuter Rail Expansion Analysis

May 4, 2018May 4, 2018 nhbiz4rail General, Press Release

Senate members defy support of 110 NH businesses and 74 percent of residents by removing rail funding from House Bill 2018

Concord NH – Late last night, members of the New Hampshire State Senate defied the support of more than 110 New Hampshire businesses and 74 percent of residents by narrowly defeated an effort to authorize $4 million in federal funding to provide an in-depth analysis of the proposed expansion of commuter rail from Boston to Manchester. Read more

Bring commuter rail to the millyard

May 3, 2018May 3, 2018 nhbiz4rail General, In the Media, Letters

To the Editor: The New Hampshire House recently passed Senate Bill 564, which will give a decade of state tax exemptions to biotech businesses that locate in and around the Manchester Millyard as part of the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI.) The prospect of creating a biotechnology hub in Millyard is very exciting. Read more

NH Senate Transportation Committee Strips Funding for Analysis of Passenger Rail Expansion Project

April 25, 2018April 25, 2018 nhbiz4rail E-blast, General

More than 110 NH businesses and 74 percent of residents support expanding passenger rail from Boston to Nashua and Manchester

Manchester, NH – Despite wide, bipartisan support across the state, from the New Hampshire House of Representatives and Governor Chris Sununu, the New Hampshire Senate Transportation Committee voted yesterday to remove federal funding for a detailed analysis of passenger rail expansion and bus service from Boston to Manchester from House Bill 2018.

Rail Funding Could Be Eliminated – Key Vote Tomorrow

April 23, 2018April 23, 2018 nhbiz4rail E-blast, General

Tomorrow, Tuesday April 24, the Senate Transportation Committee could VOTE TO REMOVE $4 million in federal funding from House Bill 2018, thus eliminating the possibility of rail expansion this year.

The following committee members need to hear from you today. They need to understand why funding an in-depth analysis (Project Development) of the expansion of passenger rail from Boston to Manchester is so critical.

TIME TO ACT: Senate Transportation Committee to hear public testimony Tuesday

April 6, 2018April 6, 2018 nhbiz4rail E-blast, General

On Tuesday April 10, the Senate Transportation Committee will welcome public testimony on House Bill 2018, the Ten Year Transportation Improvement Plan, which includes $4 million in federal funding that would enable an in-depth analysis (Project Development) of the expansion of passenger rail from Boston to Manchester.

Support commuter rail

March 19, 2018March 19, 2018 nhbiz4rail General, In the Media, Letters

To the Editor: The Legislature should support House Bill 2018 that funds a study to access the feasibility of commuter rail to Nashua and Manchester. The study is free to the state, doesn’t require a commitment to the extension, and enjoys broad business support. Further, 75 percent of our state’s residents support rail. Read more

NH House Votes to Fund Analysis of Passenger Rail Expansion Project

March 15, 2018March 15, 2018 nhbiz4rail General, Press Release

Manchester, NH – The New Hampshire House of Representatives voted today to designate federal funds to conduct an in-depth financial, engineering and environmental analysis of the proposed passenger rail expansion project from Boston to Manchester. In a 166-160 vote, the House included funding for the project development phase of the rail expansion project in the state’s Ten Year Transportation Improvement Plan, known as House Bill 2018. Read more

House Committee Votes to Fund Buses, Not Rail

February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 nhbiz4rail General

On Wednesday, members of the House Public Works & Highways Committee disregarded the voices of 100+ statewide, nonpartisan businesses and 74% of New Hampshire residents by stripping funds in House Bill 2018 dedicated to analyzing the expansion of passenger rail service from Boston to Manchester.

Instead, they approved a last-minute amendment to spend $4 million to fund a study on bus service from Concord to Nashua.

Despite this action, NH Business for Rail Expansion will not be deterred and the fight is not over.

We need to continue to remind our elected officials that rail could play a vital role in addressing the state’s workforce and demographic challenges.

Support for rail expansion is growing by the day. Please do your part by asking 5 business leaders to join www.NHBiz4Rail.com.

More than 100 Businesses Express Support for Passenger Rail Expansion

February 19, 2018February 19, 2018 nhbiz4rail General

New Hampshire Business for Rail Expansion urges House Public Works & Highways Committee to support funding for passenger rail expansion analysis

Manchester, NH – The list of New Hampshire businesses in support of passenger rail expansion from Boston to Manchester has grown to more than 100, according to the statewide, nonpartisan New Hampshire Business for Rail Expansion coalition. The organization is calling on the New Hampshire House Public Works & Highways Committee to support $4 million in funding in House Bill 2018 designated for an in-depth analysis of the passenger rail expansion project. The Committee vote is scheduled for this week.

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