Remarks in Sarasota, Florida
02/28/1976
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The United States is dependent on foreign sources for about 37 percent of its present petroleum needs.
It is gratifying to note that the Congress has responded to the suggestion I made in signing the Amtrak Improvement Act of 1974.
I have, nevertheless, signed H.R. 4975 because the Nation needs the important passenger rail service it will provide.
This should result in improved intercity rail passenger service.