en.Wedoany.com Reported - Demand for U.S. passenger rail projects has continued to grow over the past year, with large-scale infrastructure projects such as the $16 billion Hudson Tunnel project drawing national attention. These projects are moving forward as the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is set to expire on September 30, while lawmakers debate a new surface transportation reauthorization. Currently, the latest House appropriations bill includes cuts to funding for transportation and Amtrak projects.

Political struggles also threaten the progress of some projects, such as Chicago's $5.7 billion Red Line Extension (which broke ground in April). The Hudson Tunnel project has faced funding disputes with President Donald Trump's administration over DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) practices. Despite headwinds, demand for rail projects has not ceased. Below are major rail projects that have recently made headlines.