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Massachusetts wins roughly $472 million federal grant to replace North Station drawbridge
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Governor Healy and federal, state and local leaders announced a roughly $472 million U.S. DOT grant to replace and modernize the century-old North Station drawbridge, aiming to boost capacity, maintain service during construction and create thousands of union jobs.
Governor Healy announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the MBTA a roughly $472 million grant to replace and modernize the century-old North Station drawbridge, a project officials say will increase rail capacity, improve climate resilience and preserve service during construction.
"Today, we're here to celebrate what is the biggest federal funding award that the MBTA has ever received," Governor Healy said, calling the Draw 1 project critical to faster commutes and the regional economy. She credited a coordinated state effort, an Office of Federal Funds and Infrastructure and the support of the congressional delegation for securing the award.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said the investment will make the transit system safer and more reliable while supporting…
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