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When asked what the national rail renaissance means for Northeast Pennsylvania, U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright had a great answer.

“It means we now have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to do something transformational for our economy and quality of life,” Cartwright, D-Moosic, said Monday. “Just as a rising tide lifts all boats, connecting our region to major metropolitan areas will drive tourism, boost local business opportunities, encourage investment across the district, and provide good-paying jobs.”

At a news conference at his Scranton office Monday morning, Cartwright and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Scranton, joined with state and local leaders to celebrate their recent announcement of a major milestone in bringing the Amtrak passenger rail service back between Scranton and New York City.

“Thanks to the infrastructure law, we are making an investment to take one giant step to bring passenger rail service back to my hometown and to the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania,” Casey said. “That will be a game-changing force for our economy, our families and our communities. I have fought to restore this service for my entire career in the Senate, and I won’t stop fighting for this train until it pulls into Scranton one day.”

Cartwright said the proposed route will also connect NEPA to a wider selection of health care services, sporting events, cultural activities and vacation spots.