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.
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Federal Railroad Administration announces $1.5 billion for Northeast Corridor rail projects
The NEC is one of the busiest and most economically significant rail corridors in the world, with hundreds of thousands of daily riders.
California high-speed rail project receiving $54 million for new station
The station is being relocated to allow for increased ridership and transit-oriented development.
Federal Railroad Administration announces $1 billion for intercity rail projects
Eligible projects include those that expand or establish new intercity passenger and high-speed rail service, improve the performance of existing service and/or replace or rehabilitate rail infrastructure.
Nevada high-speed rail project enters $3 billion grant agreement with Federal Railroad Administration
The all-electric high-speed passenger rail system will transport travelers between the flagship station in Las Vegas and stations throughout Southern California.
FTA partners with Bay Area transit company to extend commuter rail
Agency has received $3.4 billion in federal funds for a rail project around San Francisco that will eventually connect to a planned high-speed rail system
High-speed rail connection between Houston and Dallas appears to gain steam
Train would have average speed of 187 MPH, the fastest in the world
Construction begins on $12 billion rail line between Las Vegas and L.A.
Plans include laying 218 miles of new track plus stations, rail and road infrastructure in several California towns
Up to $2.4 billion available for freight, intercity railway safety infrastructure
Federal grants will help improve railroad safety, build supply chains and provide regional transportation
DOT approves $2.5 billion for California-Nevada rail project
Private activity bonds will support initiative that will connect Las Vegas and Southern California
