Wisconsin receives $38.6 million grant to support new passenger rail line
The grant will fund the first six years of operations for the Borealis trains, which launched in May 2024.
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$1.1 billion in federal grants to fund safety improvements at rail crossings
These grants are meant to modernize rail crossings to improve safety and efficiency.
California releases long-term vision to guide rail infrastructure projects
The State Rail Plan envisions years of funding opportunities and massive upgrades to California's rail system.
Austin unveils new design plan for light rail project
Nearly 10 miles of light rail will be added across Austin, from UT through downtown and over Lady Bird Lake.
New York announces nearly $102 million in funding for rail and port improvement projects
NYDOT will pursue applicants that modernize rail infrastructure and further establish New York as a global commerce destination.
Freight rail cars subject to stricter production controls under federal new rule
The Federal Railroad Administration's new regulation requires freight cars to adhere to rigorous manufacturing standards.
Denver RTD approves FY 2025 budget for light rail, transit projects
The largest expenditure listed in the budget will go toward the Downtown Light Rail Reconstruction Project, totaling $152 million for FY 2025.
Pennsylvania allocating $55 million to modernize, replace freight rail infrastructure
The grants will improve mobility options for Pennsylvania residents and modernize the state’s freight and passenger rail services.
Illinois Tollway unveils $2 billion plan to improve tollway, railroad infrastructure
The plan will initiate development on four tollway goals: connecting infrastructure, improving freight and driver mobility, modernizing the tollway system and preparing the sector for tomorrow
FTA asks state and transit officials to work on reducing street-rail collisions
The FTA issued the advisory in an attempt to reduce street-based light rail fatalities and injuries, which occur more than 10 times as often as similar incidents at rail-grade crossings
