The main purpose of the Amtrak Transparency Act is to enhance the openness and accountability of Amtrak's operations. This legislation aims to ensure that the public and relevant stakeholders have better access to information about how Amtrak conducts its business, particularly regarding its governance and financial practices. Key provisions of the Act include several important changes. First, it requires that the Board of Directors of Amtrak hold open meetings, meaning that the public can attend and observe these meetings.