PROJECT OVERVIEW California high-speed rail represents a bold vision to transform the state’s future by delivering fast, reliable, zero-emission train service. The benefits of high-speed rail extend beyond mobility; it is a catalyst for economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity to meet the needs of a growing population.
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As CEO of the California High-Speed Rail Authority, my focus is clear: Deliver the nation’s first true high-speed rail system. This is not just a transportation project; it is a transformative investment that will reshape California’s economy, infrastructure, and environmental leadership.
High-Speed Rail Network Once completed, high-speed rail will revolutionize transportation in California, allowing riders to travel seamlessly from San Francisco to the Los Angeles area and beyond. The Authority has presented several potential scenarios to bring high-speed rail service to California as quickly as possible.
ABOUT The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) is responsible for planning, designing, building, and operating a high-speed rail system that will connect the megaregions of California, contribute to economic development and a cleaner environment, create jobs, and preserve agricultural and protected lands.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) today brought one of the nation’s largest rail infrastructure contracts to market – a $3.5 billion Request for Proposals that will deliver the first true high-speed rail track and systems ever built in the United States.
Bold Solutions for a Bold Vision The California high-speed rail will deliver fast, reliable, zero-emission train service connecting the state’s major economic regions and the Central Valley. The project will expand access to jobs, education, and affordable housing, while reducing emissions and providing an alternative to congested highways and airports. This 2026 Business Plan provides the ...