The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy’s High-Speed Rail: International Lessons for U.S. Policy Makers explores how high-speed rail can reshape regions through smarter land use, stronger local economies, and sustainable growth. Drawing on global case studies from Europe and Asia, the report highlights how coordinated planning between transportation and urban development maximizes the value of major rail investments. It discusses financing, governance, and station-area redevelopment strategies that the United States can adopt to ensure high-speed rail supports equitable housing, job creation, and climate goals. The report concludes that integrating rail with land policy is key to building a modern, connected, and prosperous America.