Federal Funds to Launch New Colorado Rail Services

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The Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is providing federal funding for new passenger rail services in Colorado. The proposed Front Range Passenger Rail service will connect Pueblo to Fort Collins, using the same tracks as the unfinished FasTracks route. This project, endorsed by Governor Polis and Senate President Steve Fenberg, is expected to offer more reliable transit, reduce emissions, and minimize car traffic, in line with the Governor's goal to offer affordable housing with job and transit options.

Federal Funding Spurs New Passenger Rail Services in Colorado

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's federal funding is set to introduce new passenger rail services in Colorado.

As part of this development, prominent state figures like Governor Polis, Senate President Steve Fenberg embarked on a demonstration train from Denver to Longmont on March 7, illustrating the impending expansion.

This journey showcases the proposed Front Range Passenger Rail service, stretching from Pueblo to Fort Collins, sharing the same tracks as the not-yet-completed FasTracks route.

This proposed route is part of the Federal Railroad Administration’s competitive Corridor Identification programme. This new service promises convenient and dependable transit for Coloradans, mitigating emissions and alleviating car traffic.

Governor Polis voiced his excitement for the prospective passenger rail, highlighting its potential to enhance the quality of life, minimize traffic, and provide affordable housing options. His comments underscore the role of this federal funding in fostering transit-oriented communities, protecting Colorado’s environment, and curbing traffic.

The Governor’s Roadmap to a Future Colorado 2026 emphasizes the importance of transit-oriented communities in lowering housing costs, minimizing traffic, and preserving Colorado’s air quality.

Senate President Steve Fenberg echoed similar sentiments, hailing the funding as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" for efficient transit, reduced emissions, and community connectivity in Colorado.

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