2023 High Speed Rail Groundbreaking

What’s happening? Brightline West , which is developing high speed rail between Los Angeles and Las Vegas is anticipating breaking ground next year.

Why is this important? Brightline is operating an existing high speed rail in Florida, connecting Miami and Orlando, and utilizes existing tracks. California and Nevada both authorized the entity to sell private activity bonds to support the project.

How will this be important? Messaging includes “all electric train” and “environmentally friendly” project

ENR Southwest | Las Vegas to L.A. High-Speed Rail Construction Could Begin Next Year