# Restoration and Enhancement (20.324)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/20-324-restoration-and-enhancement/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

Restoration and Enhancement is run by Department of Transportation. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $81.7 million in 4 grants, about $20.4 million per award.

## Objectives

This program provides operating assistance grants for initiating, restoring, or enhancing intercity rail passenger transportation. This may include establishing a new service, restoring previously operated service, or enhancements to current service, such as: additional frequencies, service extensions and offering new on-board services.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 |
| 2022 | $4.4 million | 1 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
| 2024 | $12.6 million | 1 |
| 2025 | $64.7 million | 2 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Railroad Passenger Corporation | District of Columbia | $43.5 million |
| Brightline Trains Florida LLC | Florida | $33.8 million |
| Department of Transportation Connecticut | Connecticut | $4.4 million |