WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration announced that it expects to award up to 200 grants for projects that improve the safety, efficiency and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail. The estimated total program funding available was cited as $1,425,462,902. Eligible Applicants: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Small businesses; Private institutions of higher education; County governments; Nonprofits  more