The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) of the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced on 25th September 2023 that it has invested €1.3 billion (US$1.4 billion) in 70 rail projects. This is the largest investment under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) programme. The projects include track improvements, bridge rehabilitations and improvements to dangerous freight lines. In addition, almost two-thirds of the funding is going to rural communities.
