Senator Wicker announces Amtrak's full service return to the Gulf Coast after years of recovery efforts post-Hurricane Katrina.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker announced the return of Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, marking a significant milestone after two decades following Hurricane Katrina. Wicker stated, "At last, passenger rail has returned," highlighting the service's importance for reconnecting the community and promoting opportunities in the region.
The statement emphasized Wicker's long-term advocacy for rail service restoration, which included securing federal funding and leading legislative efforts. Key milestones included the creation of the Gulf Coast Working Group and the initiation of various projects aimed at reviving passenger rail along the Gulf Coast.
The inaugural Mardi Gras Service ride took place on August 16, 2025, with the Federal Rail Administration providing funding to support the operational costs. Wicker's efforts have been recognized over the years, including receiving an award from the National Association of Railroad Passengers.
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Roger F. Wicker Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Roger F. Wicker is worth $667.4K, as of August 18th, 2025. This is the 362nd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Wicker has approximately $136.9K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Roger F. Wicker Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Roger F. Wicker:
- S.2586: MARA Act of 2025
- S.2580: Promoting American Competition in Aquaculture Research Act
- S.2303: Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act
- S.2296: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
- S.2126: Integrated Ocean Observation System Reauthorization Act of 2025
- S.1656: Vieques Recovery and Redevelopment Act
You can track bills proposed by Roger F. Wicker on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Wicker.
Roger F. Wicker Fundraising
Roger F. Wicker recently disclosed $80.0K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 652nd most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 100.0% came from individual donors.
Wicker disclosed $105.9K of spending. This was the 487th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Wicker disclosed $28.3K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 961st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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