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US rail infrastructure modernization funding

Overview

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak have initiated large-scale funding programs to modernize United States rail infrastructure.

Initial announcements detailed approximately $2 billion in grants for Amtrak to acquire up to 43 new trainsets to replace aging equipment on state-supported routes. Specific regional projects were highlighted, such as the Piedmont Corridor Safety Program in North Carolina, which received nearly $300 million for crossing closures, bridge construction, and track expansion.

Subsequent updates expanded the scope of federal investment, with the FRA announcing $5.3 billion in safety grants across 23 states. This funding, authorized by the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, includes $2.05 billion for Amtrak’s new trainsets and an additional $140 million for locomotive repairs on Midwest and Pacific routes. The broader allocation includes $3.2 billion for station upgrades and highway-rail grade crossing improvements, featuring specific projects such as bridge rehabilitation in Chicago and terminal modernization in New Orleans.

Entities

Federal Railroad Administration · Amtrak · Norfolk Southern · Quarterhill · Oklahoma Department of Transportation

Timeline

  1. 26 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Federal Railroad Administration announces $5.3B in rail grants

    The Federal Railroad Administration announced $5.3 billion in grants for 41 rail projects across 23 states, including $2.05 billion for new Amtrak passenger trains.

  2. 28 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Amtrak and FRA announce major funding for U.S. rail modernization

    Amtrak and the FRA are investing billions into U.S. rail, including $2 billion for new trains and $300 million for safety and infrastructure improvements along North Carolina’s Piedmont Corridor.

Sources

constructiondive.com · cpa.com.au · jocoreport.com · media.amtrak.com · rayhaber.com · saraacarter.com · sustainablecitiescollective.com · truckingdive.com