American High-Speed Rail Act amends high-speed rail assistance provisions, prioritizes corridor planning, and authorizes appropriations.
The American High-Speed Rail Act amends certain high-speed rail assistance provisions, including the definition of rail carriers and the applicability of certain laws. It prioritizes providing financial assistance for corridor planning activities with at least 20 percent of the total costs from specified financial sources. The Act authorizes appropriations for high-speed rail technology improvements, corridor development, and corridor planning. It also establishes a pilot program for transit-oriented development planning.
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