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Freight Railroad Preservation Program

Overview

Grants up to 80% of project cost for line acquisition/rehabilitation on publicly owned lines. Over $326M awarded since 1980; ~$8M bonding authority + $13M segregated funds available; debt service estimated at $40.7M in the 2025-27 biennium. No fixed cycle stated.

Uses

Not yet recorded.

Funding

Max share
80%

Eligibility

Not yet recorded.

Restricted to applicants in Wisconsin.

Terms

  • Mechanism: Competitive Grant
  • SAM.gov registration: required

How to Apply

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