APTA has been engaged in advocating for high-speed rail since its merger with the Hgih Speed Ground Rail Association in 2007. Since that time, APTA has led efforts to identify potential funding approaches for a national high-speed rail system. APTA has adopted principals for its advocacy efforts in high-speed rail.
In April, 2009 the Federal Railroad Administraiton completed its strategic plan for high-speed rail. This document provides detail on the vision for high-speed rail in the United States. Click the link below to access FRA's high-speed rail page.
Also, see APTA's page on High-Speed Rail.