The Federal Railroad Administration officially signed the $3 billion grant agreement awarded to the Nevada Department of Transportation for Brightline West.

Brightline West will be America’s first true high-speed rail project set to connect Southern California to Las Vegas, with trains traveling at more than 200 miles per hour.

Several federal, state and local elected officials hailed the grant signing as a major milestone. This historic grant will provide the critical funding needed to bring to life a rail system that will significantly reduce travel time between Las Vegas and Southern California, offering a fast, efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative to road and air travel.

“This is a historic commitment that will jumpstart the high-speed rail industry in America, creating thousands of jobs all across the country,” said Michael Reininger, CEO of Brightline. “Brightline West will be American made and American built, and will serve as the b