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Commuter Rail Lines

U.S. Department of Transportation Seeks Applicants for Railway-Highway Crossings Grants

FHWA 17-20
Contact:  Neil Gaffney  
Tel.: (202) 366-0660

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today published a Notice of Funding Opportunity that provides up to $50 million in grants for commuter rail agencies working to improve safety at railway-highway crossings. Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2020.

“This $50 million federal investment in commuter rail grade crossing safety will protect pedestrians, reduce vehicle accidents, and...