Congressman García Announces $43 Million Investment for Rail Safety in Chicagoland

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and co-founder of the Future of Transportation Caucus, issued the following statement following the U.S. Department of Transportation’s award of a $43,125,000 grant to build a grade separation at 65th and Harlem Avenue and implement other street improvements to enhance safety in Chicagoland:

“The Chicagoland region is home to one of the busiest freight rail hubs in our country, and the residents and stakeholders of the region know how critical freight rail is to our economy,” said Congressman García. “This investment will enhance railroad crossing safety, reduce traffic, improve supply chain efficiency, create jobs, and much more. As a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I am proud to have played a key role in securing these funds for my community.”

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