Amtrak Hikes Fees to Peek Behind Its Tracks
Published Date: 6/30/2025
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Summary
Amtrak is shaking things up by updating where you send Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, raising the fees a bit, and changing how you file them. If you want info from Amtrak, get ready for new rules that make the process clearer and a little pricier. These changes help Amtrak handle requests faster and better, starting soon!
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Amtrak Raises FOIA Request Fees
Amtrak is increasing the fees on its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) fee schedule, which will make FOIA requests to Amtrak slightly more expensive. The rule text says fees are being increased but does not list specific dollar amounts or dates in the provided text.
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