A federal government shutdown wouldn’t affect Virginia Railway Express, it’s chief operator says.
In a letter today to riders, the commuter railroad’s chief stated VRE’s doesn’t rely solely on the feds for funding.
“Our operating funds come from state and local subsidies as well as rider fares. We will not be required to stop operating,” stated CEO Dale Zehner.
Zehner said he would continue to watch the situation closely.
A federal government shutdown is looming and Republicans and Democrats are at a budget impasse, and it could happen as early as Friday, officials warn.
It would the first shutdown of the federal government since 1995.
