The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, doing business as Amtrak (reporting mark AMTK), is a government-owned corporation[1] that was organized on May 1, 1971, to provide intercity passenger train service in the United States. "Amtrak" is a portmanteau of the words "America" and "track".[2] It is headquartered at Union Station in Washington, D.C.[3]
All of Amtrak's preferred stock is owned by the U.S. federal government. The members of its board of directors are appointed by the President of the United States and are subject to confirmation by the United States Senate. Common stock was issued in 1971 to railroads that contributed capital and equipment; these shares convey almost no benefits[4] but their current holders[5] declined a 2002 buy-out offer by Amtrak.[6]
Amtrak employs nearly 19,000 people. It operates passenger service on 21,000 miles (34,000 km) of track primarily owned by freight railroads connecting 500 destinations in 46 states[7] and three Canadian provinces. In fiscal year 2008, Amtrak served 28.7 million passengers, representing six straight years of record ridership.[7][8] Despite this recent growth, the United States still has one of the lowest inter-city rail usages in the developed world.


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The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, doing business as Amtrak (reporting mark AMTK), is a government-owned corporation[1] that was organized on May 1, 1971, to provide intercity passenger train service in the United States. "Amtrak" is a portmanteau of the words "America" and "track".[2] It is headquartered at Union Station in Washington, D.C.[3]
All of Amtrak's preferred stock is owned by the U.S. federal government. The members of its board of directors are appointed by the President of the United States and are subject to confirmation by the United States Senate. Common stock was issued in 1971 to railroads that contributed capital and equipment; these shares convey almost no benefits[4] but their current holders[5] declined a 2002 buy-out offer by Amtrak.[6]
Amtrak employs nearly 19,000 people. It operates passenger service on 21,000 miles (34,000 km) of track primarily owned by freight railroads connecting 500 destinations in 46 states[7] and three Canadian provinces. In fiscal year 2008, Amtrak served 28.7 million passengers, representing six straight years of record ridership.[7][8] Despite this recent growth, the United States still has one of the lowest inter-city rail usages in the developed world.


Weekly Specials
Auto Train Tickets
Multi-Ride Tickets
USA Rail Passes
Multi-City Tickets
Group Travel
Hotels and Cars
Accessible Space
Redeem for Free Travel
Trip Planning
Route Atlas
Sleeping Choices
Seating Choices
Baggage Guidelines
Meals & Dining
Unaccompanied Minors
Travel Checklist
At the Station



Here you'll find information to help you research your trip, find the best fare, book your tickets and get the most out of your Amtrak experience.


Planning & Booking
Tickets & Reservations
Baggage & Shipping
Hotels, Rental Cars & More
Travel Insurance
Passes & Groups
Tips for Long-Distance Travel
City Guides - Walking Tours
Privately-Owned Rail Cars
Amtrak Vacations

At the Station
Station Details
Getting Oriented at the Station
Quik-Trak Ticket Kiosk
Passenger Assistance
Station Lounges
Journey with Wi-Fi®
Lost Items

Onboard
Sleeping Accommodations
Seating Accommodations
Baggage Policy
Meal & Dining Options
Personal Food & Medication
Personal Electronic Devices
Bringing Bicycles
Quiet Car
Journey with Wi-Fi®

Special Needs & Accessibility
Reserving Accessible Space
Station Accessibility
Traveling with an Attendant
Wheelchairs
Oxygen Equipment
Service Animals
Accessible Meal Service
Thruway Motorcoach Accessibility

Policies
Baggage Policy
Refund/Exchange Policy
Terms of Transportation
Pet Policy
Photography & Video
Smoking Policy
Unaccompanied Minors
Firearms in Checked Baggage
First Amendment Policy
Privacy Policy

Tickets, ID, Safety & Security
About Tickets
Passenger ID
Safety & Security
Personal Safety
Border Crossing

Well netra, many many thanks for your help and providing the information on Amtrak. BTW, i am also going to upload a document where you can find some useful information and can also included in your report..
 

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