Hudson River Tunnels Project

New Phase of Gateway Tunnel Project in Hudson River to Begin

Work on the long-delayed rail tunnel is set to speed up this month, as Senator Chuck Schumer announces an additional $3.8 billion in federal funding.

Hudson Tunnel Project to Get $6.9 Billion in Largest U.S. Transit Grant

The federal funding would allow work on the long-delayed Gateway tunnel to start by next year, said Senator Chuck Schumer of New York.

Biden Budget Routes $1.2 Billion to Big Transit Projects in New York

The money, which was previously allocated in the infrastructure bill, will go to the Second Avenue Subway extension and new Hudson River train tunnels, two of the most long-awaited transit projects in the region.

Biden Offers Millions for New York Rail Tunnel, Courtesy of His Infrastructure Bill

President Biden’s visit to New York City comes as Republicans have accused him of supporting reckless spending that fueled inflation.

Gateway Tunnel Project Under Hudson River Won’t Be Finished Until 2035

The crucial Gateway transit link from New Jersey to New York will now open three years later than expected and is likely to cost $2 billion more to construct.