US Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand are advocating for the inclusion of $20 million in federal funding for upgrades to New York’s Pennsylvania Station in the upcoming federal budget. The funding is to be allocated for the first phase of the Empire Station Complex project, a comprehensive renovation plan for Penn Station. The senators argue that this investment would not only enhance the passenger experience but also boost the economy by creating new jobs. The proposed improvements include expanded concourses, upgraded ticketing and baggage areas, and improved connections to other transport services. The project is pending approval in the federal budget for 2022.
Want to know more about how your tax dollars might be used to improve New York’s Pennsylvania Station? Interested in understanding the economic and passenger benefits of the proposed Empire Station Complex project? Click the link below to learn more about the plans US Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand are advocating for, and how these upgrades could reshape one of New York’s busiest transportation hubs.