Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Reauthorization Act

This bill sets funding for a federal grant program that supports intercity passenger rail projects. It authorizes $7.5 billion each year, from fiscal years 2027 through 2031, for the Federal–State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail. The money stays available until it’s spent. The Department of Transportation can use up to 2% of the funds each year to oversee projects and make sure they’re managed well.

Key points

• What changes: Provides steady funding for intercity passenger rail grants; allows a small share for project oversight each year.
• How much: $7.5 billion per year.
• When: Fiscal years 2027–2031.
• Why it matters: More predictable funding can help plan and carry out rail projects that improve trips between cities, with oversight to keep projects on track.