20.319 — High-Speed Rail Corridors and Intercity Passenger Rail Service – Capital Assistance Grants
- Federal Agency:
- federal railroad administration (fra), department of transportation
- Program Website:
- http://www.fra.dot.gov
- Authorization:
- American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), Public Law 111-5, as amended by Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 , Public Law 111-117, as amended by Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA), Public Law 110-432.
- Headquarters:
- Peter Schwartz, 1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E., Washington, District of Columbia 20590 Phone: (202) 493-6360 Fax: (202) 493-6381.
Program Summary and Objectives
To assist in financing the capital costs of facilities, infrastructure, and equipment necessary to provide or improve high-speed rail and intercity passenger rail service. Funds are made available pursuant to three authorized programs: Intercity Passenger Rail Service Corridor Capital Assistance, Congestion Grants; and High-Speed Rail Corridor Development.
Examples of Projects Funded
Not Applicable.
Program Accomplishments
Not Applicable.