NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsAugust 18, 2026San Diego
Amtrak awarded $150M in federal grants for San Diego County rail improvements
Sens. Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla announced that the Federal Railroad Administration is awarding over $150 million to San Diego County for rail safety and modernization projects. The funding will support double-tracking, bridge replacements, and pedestrian safety upgrades across the Pacific Surfliner route.
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This federal investment will fund specific infrastructure projects in Oceanside, Encinitas, and Camp Pendleton designed to increase rail reliability, reduce travel times, and improve pedestrian and bicycle safety crossings.
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Who's Mentioned
personAdam Schiff“Announced the grant funding alongside Alex Padilla.”organizationFederal Railroad Administration“Grant-issuing body for the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rai”locationCity of Encinitas“Recipient of $33.6 million in federal grant funding.”organizationAmtrak“Operator of the Pacific Surfliner route receiving upgrades.”personAlex Padilla“Announced the grant funding alongside Adam Schiff.”organizationSan Diego Association of Governments“Recipient of $124,429,778 in federal grant funding.”organizationNorth County Transit San Diego Railroad“Owner of the infrastructure where upgrades will occur.”