The Department of Transportation (DOT) on April 20 announced two separate investment packages totaling nearly $7 billion to enhance rail travel for American families.
The first is a $2.04 billion investment that seeks to modernize the country’s rail infrastructure, according to an April 20 statement.
DOT will use the funding to support projects that reduce congestion, improve regional railroad infrastructure, boost rider growth on passenger railroads, and develop safety programs to prevent trespassing and minimize injuries and fatalities.
According to the department, the investments will improve travel experiences for citizens and ensure that goods are transported via the rail network in an efficient, reliable, and safe manner….