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Final environmental study released for San Jose–Merced high-speed line
The CHSRA board of directors will consider the report which, if approved, will lead to the project section becoming shovel ready.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA)
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority), is responsible for planning, designing, building and operation of the nation’s first high-speed rail system. The California high-speed rail line will connect the mega-regions of the state, contribute to economic development and a cleaner environment, create jobs and preserve agricultural and protected lands.
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CHSRA announce completion of new grade separation in Fresno County
The CHSRA has announced that the South Avenue Grade Separation in Fresno County has been completed and is now open to traffic, marking another milestone on the high-speed rail construction project.
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Investments in high-speed rail continue to lift California’s economy
The CHSRA’s annually updated Economic Analysis Report has illustrated the positive impact that investment in clean, electrified high-speed rail generates.
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Women in Transportation Seminar recognise CHSRA for diversity achievements
The California High-Speed Rail Authority have received an award in recognition of their contributions to the advancement of women in transportation.
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Burbank to L.A. high-speed rail section one step closer to construction
Approval has been given on the Final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement for the Burbank to Los Angeles high-speed rail project section.
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CHSRA reaches federal funding match one year ahead of schedule
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has completed its federal funding match requirements, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant, a year ahead of schedule.
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City of Wasco to benefit from latest California high-speed rail grant
The $24 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation will be used to advance the California high-speed rail project while enhancing and better connecting the community of Wasco.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority unveils 2021 Sustainability Report
The California High-Speed Rail Authority reveals its latest Sustainability Report, outlining the positive impact the electrified high-speed rail project continues to have on halting climate change.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority celebrates construction jobs milestone
California High-Speed Rail Authority achieves its latest milestone, as its growing Central Valley workforce reaches 6,000 new job opportunities for the local community.
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U.S. high-speed rail line between Bakersfield and Palmdale moves step closer
California High-Speed Rail Authority directors have approved the Final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement (EIR/EIS) for the approximately 80-mile Bakersfield to Palmdale project alignment section.
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VIDEO: California High-Speed Rail Authority August 2021 construction progress
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has released its August 2021 Construction Update, highlighting summer progress on the nation’s first high-speed rail project.
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Planning for Palmdale high-speed rail station takes step forward
The proposed Palmdale Station will transform the North Los Angeles County area, and will serve as a connection point for the California high-speed rail network, Metrolink and Brightline West.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority releases Final EIR/EIS for Bakersfield to Palmdale section
If CHSRA's Final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement is approved, the Bakersfield to Palmdale section will be 'shovel ready' for when funding is made available.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority to require all contractors to use zero-emission vehicles
For all future infrastructure construction contracts, the California High-Speed Rail Authority will require 100 per cent zero-emission vehicle fleets to be used by contractors.
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VIDEO: California High-Speed Rail Authority March 2021 construction progress
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has released its March 2021 Construction Update, highlighting the ongoing progress on the nation’s first high-speed rail project.