Merkley, Wyden Announce $1.55 Million to Improve Oregon Transportation by Tackling Problems Caused by Railroad Crossings
June 07, 2023
June 07, 2023
WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release on June 6, 2023:
Oregon's U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will be awarding Bend and Portland a combined total of $1,550,000 to support planning and projects that will eliminate railroad crossings, improving congestion, accessibility, and safety in the communities.
"Freight and passenger trains are vital modes . . .
Oregon's U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will be awarding Bend and Portland a combined total of $1,550,000 to support planning and projects that will eliminate railroad crossings, improving congestion, accessibility, and safety in the communities.
"Freight and passenger trains are vital modes . . .