Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has successfully garnered a commitment from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to not cancel federal grants for vital transit projects in New York, amidst efforts from the Trump administration to limit funding. This assurance pertains specifically to the Second Avenue Subway Extension and Hudson Tunnel Gateway projects, ensuring more than $10 billion will be allocated. These projects, particularly important for enhancing Amtrak services, aim to double capacity and facilitate faster rail travel between Newark and New York City.
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has secured a commitment from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to uphold funding for major transit projects in New York.
Both projects are backed by Full-Funding Grant Agreements, ensuring over $10 billion will go towards their development, unimpeded by previous attempts to block funding.
The Hudson Tunnel Gateway project will significantly enhance Amtrak rail service in the Northeast Corridor, doubling capacity and improving travel speed.
Duffy confirmed during a hearing that there are no plans to rescind funding agreements for major transit capital investment projects despite prior threats.
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