Legislation

The New Jersey Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee voted 4-0 to advance a measure to make disabled people who receive disability payments under the federal Railroad Retirement Act eligible for a homestead property tax reimbursement.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that aims to revitalize the rail corridor that runs from San Diego to San Luis Obispo.

The Federal Railroad Administration has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity announcing the availability of more than $1 billion in funding to expand and modernize intercity passenger rail nationwide.