Tuesday, June 2, 2009

HIGH-SPEED RAIL: Texas stands to receive federal stimulus funds if Legislature passes bill

HIGH-SPEED RAIL: Texas stands to receive federal stimulus funds if Legislature passes bill

Special to the Star-Telegram

An initiative that could transform the future of transportation in Texas for generations to come is under consideration by the Senate Committee on Transportation and Homeland Security.

The legislation, championed by state Sen. John Carona, R-Dallas, provides explicit direction and specific authority for the South Central High-Speed Rail and Transportation Authority to develop a truly remarkable and game-changing high-speed rail system in Texas.

The authority is a group of dedicated, experienced and enthusiastic cities, counties, transit agencies, seaports, airports and rail districts in Texas, including Tarrant County and a number of cities located therein.

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