Joseph P. Gresko

Connecticut is ready to improve its railways after receiving approximately $291 million from the federal government. The majority of those funds will go toward replacing the Longbrook Avenue Roadway bridge along the New Haven Line, which passes through Stratford.

The money comes from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Additionally, the Connecticut Department of Transportation will provide $120 million, and Amtrak will contribute another $11.7 million to five rail projects across the state.

This game-changing investment will modernize our transportation system, making it more reliable while creating jobs and supporting economic growth. Track and rail improvements will give commuters more options to move around the state, shorten travel times, as well as reduce traffic and pollution statewide.

Thank you to Connecticut’s Congressional delegation for working with the White House to secure this vital funding.