FRA to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Chicago-Detroit Passenger Rail Corridor

Summary

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is issuing a notice of intent to prepare a Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Chicago, Illinois to Detroit-Pontiac, Michigan regional passenger rail corridor, in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). The EIS will evaluate alternatives for improving intercity passenger rail service, including increased frequency and reduced travel times.