Montana HB848 provides funding for regional rail authorities.
Montana HB848 creates a Big Sky Rail Account in the state special revenue fund, funded by a portion of rental car sales and use tax. The Department of Transportation will distribute these funds to regional rail authorities for administration, matching federal grants, and development of rail projects. These projects aim to enhance rail safety, improve connections to airports and other transportation hubs, develop energy facilities, and explore north-south train services.
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