Review of the 35th Anniversary of the Staggers Rail Act
January 1, 2015
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Finance Connection
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | International Paper | $5,648 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Corbin Motors | $2,500 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | O P Murphy and Sons | $1,000 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Hayashi Wayland | $671 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | David/Susan Gill | $600 | Agriculture | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Central Valley Seeds Inc | $500 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Cream of the Crop | $500 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Hayward Lumber | $500 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Royal Globe Travel | $300 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Casey Printing | $277 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Western Farm Service | $250 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | George Bassi Distributing | $250 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Cal Color Growers | $250 | - | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Miguel/Dorothy Errea | $100 | Rancher | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Byron J Lynn | $100 | Owner | Jan 2000 |
| Jeff Denham For Assembly | Nate Holaday | $100 | Salesman | Jan 2000 |
Reported financial relationships and timing signals. This does not prove motive or influence. Readers draw their own conclusions.
The Frame
The hearing provides a historical and economic assessment of federal railroad deregulation, which dictates how freight rail companies operate, set rates, and invest in infrastructure across the United States.
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Freight Railroad Companies
These companies operate under the regulatory framework established by the Staggers Rail Act.
Rail Shippers
These entities pay for rail freight services and are affected by the rates and service levels resulting from industry deregulation.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 13, 2015, to mark the 35th anniversary of the Staggers Rail Act of 1980.
- The Staggers Rail Act significantly reduced federal economic regulation of the U.S. freight railroad industry.
- The hearing included testimony from the Surface Transportation Board, industry trade associations, and academic experts.
- The record includes data on average U.S. freight rail rates for commodities and chemicals.
- The record includes documentation of freight railroad spending on infrastructure and equipment from 1980 to 2015.
- The subcommittee reviewed the balance between railroad industry profitability and the needs of rail shippers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Staggers Rail Act?
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Why It Matters
The hearing provides a historical and economic assessment of federal railroad deregulation, which dictates how freight rail companies operate, set rates, and invest in infrastructure across the United States.
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Discoveries
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Long-term Deregulation Review
The hearing demonstrates a formal legislative effort to assess the multi-decade impact of a major deregulation policy.
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