FY26 Northeast Corridor Commission (NECC) Project
Posted: Jan 29, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Closes: 02/06/2026
Funding Information
Estimated Total Funding
$10,000,001
Award Ceiling
$10,000,001
Expected Number of Awards
1
Description
The Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA) Section 212 requires establishment of a Northeast Corridor Commission (NEC Commission). The NEC Commission was established “to promote mutual cooperation and planning pertaining to the rail operations and related activities of the Northeast Corridor.” The statute requires several deliverables, including a statement of goals, recommendations, access costs and a report on Northeast Corridor economic development. The NEC Commission is comprised of 18 voting members, nine of which represent each of the eight states and the District of Columbia five of, which represent the U.S. Department of Transportation, and four of which represent Amtrak.
Synopsis
The Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA) Section 212 requires establishment of a Northeast Corridor Commission (NEC Commission). The NEC Commission was established “to promote mutual cooperation and planning pertaining to the rail operations and related activities of the Northeast Corridor.” The statute requires several deliverables, including a statement of goals, recommendations, access costs and a report on Northeast Corridor economic development. The NEC Commission is comprised of 18 voting members, nine of which represent each of the eight states and the District of Columbia five of, which represent the U.S. Department of Transportation, and four of which represent Amtrak.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants:
Amtrak is the only entity eligible to apply.
Funding Activity Categories
CFDA Numbers
- 20.315 - National Railroad Passenger Corporation Grants
Contact Information
Agency: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Contact: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Phone: 202-493-0112
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Additional Information
Document Type: synopsis
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Version: 1
Last Updated: Jan 29, 2026 10:45:04 AM EST
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