Connecting America’s Communities

Connecting America’s Communities

Short line and regional railroads operate 38% of the nation's rail network.  For large areas of rural and small town America, short line and regional railroads are the only way shippers can stay connected to the national network, helping businesses and employment stay local. 


Strengthening America’s
Economy

Strengthening America’s Economy

Rail movement is efficient and cost effective, enabling competitive access to the national and world economy for thousands of companies. One of every four rail cars moving on the national network is handled by a short line, providing the first and last mile for a wide variety of goods from energy products, to industrial products, to finished consumer goods.


Championing Industry
Safety

Championing Industry Safety

ASLRRA provides the framework and support for our members to ensure compliance. ASLRRA’s elite staff of industry experts provides representation in Congress and in the regulatory agencies to ensure our voices are heard, and our achievements recognized. A key resource for all short line and regional railroad entities is the Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI). SLSI and its programs support the short line and regional railroad industry’s goal of performing at an increasingly higher level of safety by encouraging a focus on safety culture.

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  • Save the Date for Upcoming Events!

    Railroad Day on Capitol Hill
    Washington DC |March 4, 2020

    Annual Connections Convention
    Grapevine, Texas |May 2-5, 2020

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  • ASLRRA Webinars

    The ASLRRA is pleased to offer flexible training options that fit your busy schedule with our live and pre-recorded webinars. ASLRRA webinars will help you stay current on industry issues and acquire new skills!

  • ASLRRA Webinars On Demand

    ASLRRA’s expanded educational offerings include On-Demand Webinars! ASLRRA webinars already provide flexible training to meet busy schedules; our great selection of On-Demand Webinars allow members to access valuable educational content at their convenience. Webinars cover a broad range of topics, including Regulatory Updates, Veterans Recruitment, Finance for Railroads, Social Media, Protecting Roadway Workers, and much more.

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Short Lines to Congress: We Have the 'Right Stuff'

WASHINGTON, December 5, 2019 - Chuck Baker, President of the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) shared the short line story with the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee during a hearing entitled “Where’s My Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight Transportation”.

ASLRRA Selects Ayers Electronic Systems to Provide PTC Implementation Coordination for Short Line Railroads

WASHINGTON, November 5, 2019 - The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) announces the addition of a new Preferred Provider in the ASLRRA Member Discount Program, Ayers Electronic Systems, LLC (aE), providing a comprehensive approach to implementing Positive Train Control (PTC) for short line railroads.

ASLRRA Steps Up to Provide Disaster Response Resources to Members

WASHINGTON, October 28, 2019 - The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) has developed and provided resources designed to proactively assist its members in addressing the challenges of both weather and non-weather caused emergency events affecting employees, shippers, infrastructure, and operations.