Texas is getting $1 million in federal infrastructure money, with some of that earmarked for high-speed rail service from Dallas to Houston.
Half the money will go to the high-speed rail project, while the other half will be used for the Interstate 20 corridor long-distance passenger rail project, which would connect Dallas to Meridian, Mississippi.
“Bringing home the resources and investments we need to grow our economy and create jobs will always be a priority of mine in Congress. These rail services will do just that as well as offer new transportation options, promote tourism and reduce traffic on already congested highways,” U.S. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Dallas) said in a statement. “These awards are a huge win for Texas and will help folks get around better as well as further connect our region to growing economic opportunities across the South. I was proud to support them and will continue working to help move them forward.”
The money is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act signed two years ago by President Joe Biden 2 years ago. It will provide $550 billion through 2026 to pay for raods, bridges, mass transit, and broadband improvements across the country.
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