As Boise pushes for new passenger rail study, could the state catch on?

By: Valentin Termite

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: July 17, 2026

Words: 1,483

Last Updated: 1 day, 17 hours ago

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Idahoans used to the hustle and bustle of cars, long intercity highways and crowded 5 p.m. traffic may one day see alternatives to their commute, as the City of Boise received a grant June 28 to search for financing opportunities on an intercity passenger rail route.

The more than $500,000 grant, dispensed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Program, gives the city funds to contract with financial advisers that …

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