"Biden's $1 Million Grant Fuels High-Speed Rail Study and Upgrades for Amtrak Cascades"
The Federal Railroad Administration has selected several rail projects, including the Amtrak Cascades enhancements and the Cascadia Ultra High-Speed Ground Transportation corridor, to receive up to $1 million in grants for planning infrastructure improvements and expanded frequencies. The grants signal potential federal support for high-speed rail in the Pacific Northwest, connecting Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver. The Washington State Department of Transportation is also working on its own high-speed rail plans, envisioning a robust system serving major cities in the region. The Corridor ID program aims to expand intercity passenger rail and will provide routine opportunities for states and project sponsors to propose new corridors and receive federal funding.