Tag: high-speed rail

The Dallas Morning News » Texas is closer than ever to building the first high-speed train in the United States, thanks to President Donald Trump’s fascination with these transportation projects and well-timed pitch to his administration.
Bond Buyer » There is currently no consensus on Capitol Hill or across the country on the best ways to finance infrastructure renewal, Chao told the state executives at the National Governors Association’s winter meeting in Washington.
The Hill » The transit agency is ratcheting up pressure on President Trump to unblock federal funding for an electrification project, which suffered a major setback last week after its grant money was put on hold.
Curbed Seattle » Growth demands it. Costs may kill it. Tech may supplant it.
MarketWatch » Barclays and CG/LA Infrastructure Inc., a Washington, D.C.-based advisory and development firm, compiled the list.
The New York Times » Amtrak estimates the Gateway program, connecting New York and New Jersey, could cost $23.9 billion. The project includes construction of a new tunnel under the Hudson River, renovation of the existing 100 year old tunnel, rail station expansions, and rail bridge replacements. The project would be overseen by the Port Authority […]