Senator John Kerry said that the $838 billion economic stimulus bill could help jumpstart the proposed $1.4 billion rail project to New Bedford and Fall River.The bill included $2 billion for high-speed rail projects, money that may be used to aid the project.
The rail line would certainly boost the economy of the South Coast area and make it easier for residents in the area to get to Boston for work. The line would also take cars off the interstates in the area, lowering both traffic and the environmental impact of commutes of residents into Boston.
While the project is a great idea, the issue is coming up with the money to pay for it. Hopefully the state can use some of the stimulus package money to make this new rail line possible.
For more info, check out this story in The Herald.
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