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Tennessee is expected to get a response back from the federal government by the end of the year.
Federal government evaluating Tennessee’s statewide railway proposa
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Why doesn’t the US have more passenger trains?
Why doesn’t the US have more passenger trains?
Cars. A realistic goal would
(in reply to jbr)
Cars.
A realistic goal would be to build out rail systems that link major metropolitan areas with economic connections, emulating Amtrak’s Northeaster Corridor...
As with Brightline from Orlando to Miami.
What happened to bus systems?
Cars.
We must have a dedication to invest in mass transit.
$8.2B for 10 major rail projects
Seems like high speed rail from Atlanta airport to Orlando would be a good thing
Biden dings Trump on infrastructure, while he showcases $8.2B for 10 major rail projects