The Federal Railroad Administration has directed $96.5 million toward three hydrogen rail projects in California, Colorado, and Pennsylvania as part of a $2.4 billion grant package awarded to enhance infrastructure and safety improvements across the U.S. These projects aim to introduce environmentally friendly locomotives, connect cities and ports, support the rail workforce, and provide essential workforce development opportunities. California will receive $36.5 million for initiatives like replacing diesel locomotives with hydrogen fuel cells and battery-electric systems, benefiting emission reduction efforts at vital port areas. Pennsylvania has been earmarked up to $48.4 million to explore hydrogen technologies for rail deployment, investigating hydrogen dual-fuel engines and liquid hydrogen tenders with funding matches from industry players. Additionally, Colorado State University and the University of Hawaii will study green hydrogen and renewable natural gas-powered rail vehicles with grants totaling $11.6 million. These projects at the Transportation Technology Center aim to conduct operational safety tests for sustainable rail systems, educating stakeholders on handling hydrogen and developing best practices for technology maintenance.