Eligible projects include those that would improve water availability, increase water quality, restore river life and ecosystems or use natural features to reduce flood risks.
From road and bridge repairs, port and waterway expansions, airport improvements and water infrastructure construction to improving access to broadband internet and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the law has touched almost every aspect of American life.
First round of funding awarded through the Railroad Crossing Elimination grant program and will address more than 400 at-grade crossings nationwide over the next four years.