Rail Freight Assistance Program (RFAP)

Established in 1976, RFAP provides and oversees financial assistance to preserve, rehabilitate, and enhance rail freight infrastructure in New Jersey, supplying $25 million annually. Cost-share varies by railroad class: Class I railroads receive up to 50% of eligible project costs (sponsor covers 50%); Class II up to 70% (sponsor covers 30%); Class III up to 90% (sponsor covers 10%). Eligible project categories include projects significant to port commerce connectivity, eliminating rail freight...