Grant to boost AmTrak revival plan along Gulf Coast

The Southern Rail Commission has received another federal grant to help restore Gulf Coast passenger rail service. The Federal Railroad Administration has granted $5.45 million through its Restoration and Enhancement (R&E) Grants Program to fund operating expenses for the first and second years of service along the restored rail line from New Orleans to Mobile. This grant also leverages commitments from Louisiana and Mississippi and the City of Mobile. Amtrak previously said the goal is to begin…