A $5.3 billion package of federal rail grants will go to Amtrak, cities and states, according to reporting by Smart Cities Dive. The funds mark a significant federal investment in rail projects across the country.
Trains.com published additional reporting that provides more details on the projects receiving federal funds, identifying which initiatives will benefit from the awards.
Taken together, the coverage highlights a nationwide distribution of federal rail dollars intended to support a range of rail-related projects involving the national carrier and local governments.
(Reporting: Smart Cities Dive; additional project details: trains.com)