A new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has recently been announced. Click the link below for additional information and to read the respective flyer.
Title:
Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Grant Program
Agency: Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Deadline: June 22, 2026
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, a competitive grant program that supports projects aimed at improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability of passenger and freight rail systems across the United States. The program provides significant federal funding for a wide range of activities, including track upgrades, grade crossing improvements, rail line relocations, deployment of new technologies, and workforce development initiatives that enhance rail safety and performance. Eligible applicants include states, local governments, rail carriers, metropolitan planning organizations, Tribal governments, and other public or private entities, with opportunities for partnerships across sectors. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by the stated deadline, and proposals will be evaluated based on criteria such as safety benefits, project readiness, cost effectiveness, economic impact, and alignment with national rail and transportation priorities.