This presentation explores Erie County's future of high-speed passenger rail options. The overview will begin by taking a brief look at the history of passenger rail in Erie County. Then, to understand the present, the talk will note some key players making forward strides related to high-speed passenger rail projects locally, regionally, and nationally. To conclude, a summary of foreseeable action steps will be discussed regarding how to make interconnected, high-speed passenger rail a reality for Erie County within the next few decades.