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High-speed train between Dallas and Houston gets federal approval

(Source: Texas Tribune, September 21, 2020)

AUSTIN, Texas — The high-speed train that promises to transport passengers between Dallas and Houston in 90 minutes has been approved by the Federal Railroad Administration, according to Texas Central Railroad, the company in charge of the project.

Full story: Texas Tribune

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

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