Billions in Grants for Northeast Train Upgrades Announced
Published Date: 4/22/2026
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Summary
The Federal Railroad Administration is offering nearly $4.75 billion in grants for 2025-2026 to improve passenger rail projects on the Northeast Corridor. States and partners can apply for this funding to upgrade trains, tracks, and stations, but they must submit their applications by May 5, 2026. This is a big chance to boost faster, safer, and better train travel in the Northeast!
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Nearly $4.75B for Northeast Corridor Rail
The Federal Railroad Administration is offering up to $4,750,212,830 in grants for fiscal years 2025-2026 to improve passenger rail projects on the Northeast Corridor. States and partners can apply to upgrade trains, tracks, and stations. Applications must be submitted in full through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 5, 2026 (Funding Opportunity ID FR-FSP-26-001).
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