; and (F) by striking paragraph (12) and inserting the following: (12) utilize and manage resources with a long-term perspective, including sound investments that take into account the overall lifecycle costs of an asset; (13) ensure that service is accessible and accommodating to passengers with disabilities; and (14) maximize the benefits Amtrak generates for the United States by creating quality jobs and supporting the domestic workforce. ; and (4) by striking subsection (d). 9202. Amtrak status Section 24301(a) of title 49, United States Code, is amended— (1) in paragraph (1) by striking 20102(2) and inserting 20102 ; and (2) in paragraph (2) by inserting serving the public interest in reliable passenger rail service after for-profit corporation . 9203. Board of Directors Section 24302 of title 49, United States Code, is amended— (1) in subsection (a)— (A) in paragraph (1)— (i) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: (C) 8 individuals appointed by the President of the United States, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, with a record of support for national passenger rail service, general business and financial experience, and transportation qualifications or expertise. Of the individuals appointed— (i) 1 shall be a Mayor or Governor of a location served by a regularly scheduled Amtrak service on the Northeast Corridor; (ii) 1 shall be a Mayor or Governor of a location served by a regularly scheduled Amtrak service that is not on the Northeast Corridor; (iii) 1 shall be a labor representative of Amtrak employees; and (iv) 2 shall be individuals with a history of regular Amtrak ridership and an understanding of the concerns of rail passengers. ; (B) in paragraph (2) by inserting users of Amtrak, including the elderly and individuals with disabilities, and after and balanced representation of