Backers of a proposed high-speed train running between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., said legislation that would block the use of state funds on the project is unnecessary, and would send a negative signal to the line’s private-sector investors.
“We’ve been very clear that we’re not going to be seeking state appropriations for this project,” said Ian Rainey, senior vice-president of Baltimore-Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR), the company spearheading the new line.
“It seems to me that it’s intended to send a signal that the state really doesn’t support this project — or wouldn’t support it — if it were called upon to offer some kinds of appropriation,” he added.
Rainey offered his comments to the House Environment and Transportation Committee on Friday, during a hearing on House Bill 63, sponsored by Del. Nicole A. Williams (D-Prince George’s).
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