Binghamton Seeks Firm to Explore Passenger Rail Service

City aims to secure federal grant to study rail connection to New York City

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The City of Binghamton, New York is seeking a firm to assist with submitting a grant proposal to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration Corridor Identification and Development Program. The goal is to explore the possibility of restoring passenger rail service to Binghamton, which could help revitalize the local economy.

Why it matters

With plans advancing to restore passenger rail service between Scranton, Pennsylvania and New York City, Binghamton officials see an opportunity to join the effort and potentially benefit from improved regional transportation connectivity. Securing federal funding to study the feasibility of passenger rail could be a crucial first step in making this long-held dream a reality for the Binghamton community.

The details

Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham announced that the city is seeking a qualified firm to help prepare a grant proposal for the Corridor ID program, which offers up to $500,000 in funding for planning, scoping, cost estimates, and timelines. The selected firm will work with state and local agencies, Amtrak, railroads, and community groups to strengthen Binghamton's bid.

  • On February 26, 2026, Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham announced the city's plans to seek a firm to assist with the grant proposal.
  • The deadline for firms to submit applications is Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

The players

Jared Kraham

The Mayor of Binghamton, New York, who announced the city's plans to explore passenger rail service.

PennDOT

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, which recently announced plans to advance a passenger rail corridor between Scranton and New York City.

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What they’re saying

“Passenger rail service in Binghamton could fundamentally revitalize our local economy and deliver a service residents and elected officials have been dreaming about for decades.”

— Jared Kraham, Mayor of Binghamton (kissbinghamton.com)

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