What is Federal Railroad Administration doing in terms of Livability?
The “Vision of High-Speed Rail in America” Strategic Plan outlines the President’s vision that would transform the nation’s transportation system by rebuilding existing rail infrastructure while developing a comprehensive high-speed intercity passenger rail network through a long-term commitment at both the federal and state levels. The FRA has prepared Interim Program Guidance that makes grant funds available for the High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail Program. HSR will promote economic expansion (including new manufacturing jobs), create new choices for travelers in addition to flying or driving, reduce national dependence on oil, and foster urban and rural livable communities. What are future steps for this initiative? A number of high-speed rail corridors are being planned by States that range from upgrades to existing rail lines to entirely new rail lines exclusively devoted to 150 to 250 mph trains. More importantly, the FRA will be awarding approximately $8 billion in grants to
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