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NJ Transit, Amtrak receiving over $110 million in federal funding to modernize infrastructure

ByEyewitness News

Thursday, November 14, 2024

NJ Transit, Amtrak receiving federal funding to update infrastructure

Congressman Frank Pallone has announced funding to address the New Jersey Transit and Amtrak issues.

NEW JERSEY (WABC) -- New Jersey Transit and Amtrak service may soon be getting funds to help improve their systems.

On Thursday, U.S. Congressman Frank Pallone of New Jersey announced $112 million in federal funding for both organizations that will modernize transit infrastructure along the Northeast Corridor.

The funding includes $18.6 million to upgrade the signal system between New Brunswick and Elizabeth, $13.4 million for catenary modernization across a 23-mile stretch in northern New Jersey and $80 million for upgrades at the Kearny Substation.

The funds will also focus on reducing service disruptions, improving train speeds and enhancing reliability for daily commuters.

"Securing this $32 million investment is a victory for New Jersey commuters who have endured years of frustration due to outdated infrastructure," Pallone said in a statement.

The increased funds also come after a frustrating summer for New Jersey Transit riders who had to deal with delays, cancellations, stuck trains and wire issues.