WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, legislation introduced by Representative David Rouzer (R-NC-07), H.R. 192, the Amtrak Executive Bonus Disclosure Act passed the House of Representatives. H.R. 192 would require public disclosure of taxpayer-funded bonuses given to its top executives. The bill would also include the criteria and metrics Amtrak uses to determine their bonuses.
“Amtrak was created over fifty years ago and since then has never once made a profit,” said Congressman Rouzer. Despite significant financial losses, reliance on government support, and ongoing performance issues, Amtrak continues to reward their executives with millions in bonus incentives. My legislation is the first step toward increasing accountability and ensuring taxpayers know how their dollars are being spent.”
