DOT announces $2.24 billion loan to improve rails along Northeast Corridor
U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy say a new loan from the federal government is essential for rebuilding rails along the Northeast Corridor. The Department of Transportation announced
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Aug 28, 2016, 2:54 PM
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U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy say a new loan from the federal government is essential for rebuilding rails along the Northeast Corridor.
The Department of Transportation announced it is loaning $2.45 billion to Amtrak.
Officials say the money will be used to buy new trains, upgrade tracks and platforms, as well as improve technology.
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