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ActiveU.S. Department of Transportation / Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) · 2026

Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC)

Quick Facts

Agency: U.S. Department of Transportation / Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Funding: Up to $4,750,212,830
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: State Governments; Local Governments; Federally Recognized Tribes and Affiliated Groups; Transportation Providers and Operators.

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Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation / Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Details the application requirements and procedures to obtain grant funding for eligible projects for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for projects located on the Northeast Corridor.

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* Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Information from FRA * Train Horn Rule/Quiet Zones * Public Blocked Crossings Incident Reporter * Grade Crossing Safety & Trespass Prevention * Accident Data & Reporting, Investigations * Partnerships & Programs * Rail Network Development ## Rail Network Development * Highway-Rail Grade Crossing * Broad Agency Announcement ## Research & Development * Legislation & Regulations * Proposed State Rail Plan ## Legislation & Regulations * Regulations & Rulemaking * Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) * FRA Discretionary Grant Program Tool * Railroad Capital Project Guidance * Resources for Grant Recipients * Conferences & Presentations * Enforcement & Litigation * Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Information from FRA * Train Horn Rule/Quiet Zones * Public Blocked Crossings Incident Reporter * Grade Crossing Safety & Trespass Prevention * Accident Data & Reporting, Investigations * Partnerships & Programs * Rail Network Development ## Rail Network Development * Highway-Rail Grade Crossing * Broad Agency Announcement ## Research & Development * Legislation & Regulations * Proposed State Rail Plan ## Legislation & Regulations * Regulations & Rulemaking * Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) * FRA Discretionary Grant Program Tool * Railroad Capital Project Guidance * Resources for Grant Recipients * Conferences & Presentations * Enforcement & Litigation [](https://railroads.

dot. gov/elibrary/fy-2025-2026-nofo-nec-partnership) ## Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (notice or NOFO) Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program For Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC) * Federal Railroad Administration

Eligibility Requirements

State Governments
Local Governments
Federally Recognized Tribes and Affiliated Groups
Transportation Providers and Operators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State Governments; Local Governments; Federally Recognized Tribes and Affiliated Groups; Transportation Providers and Operators. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC) offer?

The current listing shows up to $4,750,212,830. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC)?

How do I apply for Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Projects Located on the Northeast Corridor (Partnership-NEC)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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