Rail service returning to Wichita is now a possibility since President Biden signed the massive infrastructure bill. Leaders in Kansas are hoping it will happen, as the state will get 272 million dollars for public transportation. Chairman Chip Westfell, of the Harvey County Commission, said the signing of the bill has greatly improved the possible extension of the Heartland Flyer from Fort Worth, Tex. to Newton, Kan. He said it is not a done deal yet. “I was excited, enthused for all the rail fans. But, I am enthused for Kansas, enthused for everyone on the route,” said Commissioner Westfall. Sedgwick County Commissioner Pete Meitzner is also enthused. “We are hoping in working with amtrak and the federal rail administration FRA to see what it is going to take to make sure we are in that first group of construction projects,” said Commissioner Meitzner.
Source: KSN-TV
