Rep. Carl Gilliard: 'Timing is right' to reestablish passenger rail between Savannah and Atlanta Longtime proponent of passenger rail says return of Nancy Hanks train an investment with huge potential returns Interview by Adam Van Brimmer The following is an excerpt from a recent "The Commute” podcast discussion featuring Georgia House Rep. Carl Gilliard (D-Garden City), a longtime proponent of a passenger rail connection between Savannah and Atlanta. Comments have been condensed in the interest of space. The full interview is available at SavannahNow.com/podcasts or through mobile device podcast apps by searching “The Commute with @SavannahOpinion.” Question: For several years now, you've championed the formation of a passenger rail study commission in the Georgia Legislature. Where does your passion for the idea stem from?