o Identify gaps and opportunities to improve New York State’s rail network and competitive position relative to rail passenger and freight movement within and through the State. o Review and incorporate the latest U.S.DOT requirements (ensuring compliance with IIJA and other relevant state and federal laws and regulations). o Develop a strategic framework to progress high priority rail strategies and projects in partnership with the Federal government, regional partners, Regional Economic Development Councils, the private sector, and national and international trade partners; and o Guide rail related transportation investments and strategies in a way that supports NYSDOT’s Mission to have a safe, efficient, balanced, and environmentally sound transportation system.
