President Biden Boosts Passenger Rail with Billions in Funding
President Biden announces $16.4 billion in funding for 25 passenger rail projects on Amtrak's Northeast Corridor, as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The investments will repair and replace critical rail infrastructure, including tunnels and bridges, and upgrade tracks, power systems, signals, and stations. The funding aims to provide a faster and more reliable passenger rail experience, create over 100,000 construction jobs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Major projects include the Gateway Hudson River Tunnel, Frederick Douglass Tunnel, Susquehanna River Bridge, Penn Station Access, and Connecticut River Bridge. The investments will improve travel times and address delays associated with aging infrastructure. The funding also supports union jobs and workforce development.