Agency: Department of Transportation
Description:
Provides financial support for Amtrak’s operations within the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The program supports a range of improvements, including reduced trip times, increased train frequencies, higher operating speeds, improved reliability, expanded capacity, reduced congestion, electrification, and other enhancements as determined by the Secretary. This funding is part of the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program to reduce the repair backlog, enhance performance, and expand or establish new intercity passenger rail services. Projects eligible for this funding must be identified in the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) NEC Project Inventory.
Bill Section:
Division J
New or Existing:
Existing
Potential Cost:
$6,000,000,000
Timeline:
FY22-26
Implementation Status/Rulemaking:
Funding for FY2022 and FY2023 has been announced. Source