MDOT and rail industry outline freight-rail programs, safety data and grade‑separation needs
MDOT and the Michigan Railroads Association briefed the committee on the state's 3,600-mile freight network, grant programs (FEDP, Rail Enhancement), federal discretionary grants, safety trends and local-grade separation funding needs; MDOT said it owns about 665 miles of rail and the Office of Rail has authorization for 41 FTEs.
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The Subcommittee on Appropriations — Transportation heard an overview of Michigan’s freight rail network and state grant programs on Oct. 12 from Peter Anister, director of rail at the Michigan Department of Transportation, and John Cool, president of the Michigan Railroads Association.
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