Amtrak Transparency Act

The Amtrak Transparency Act (S 174) requires Amtrak to increase public disclosure of its operations. Specifically, it mandates that Amtrak post board meeting notices and agendas 30 days in advance on a public website, hold all board meetings openly to the public, and annually meet with state transportation officials for states with Amtrak routes. The bill also requires Amtrak to publicly disclose discretionary bonuses paid to officers and non-bargaining unit employees, and to provide states with details of vendor agreements exceeding $250,000 for state-supported routes upon request. These changes aim to make Amtrak's decision-making and financial practices more accessible to the public and state governments.