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Federal Register · March 26, 2025
The title they went with Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Hackensack River, Little Snake Hill, NJ Noisy translates that to

A New Jersey bridge will no longer fully open to let boats pass

What happened
The Coast Guard is changing how often the Amtrak Portal Bridge in New Jersey can open. This will allow construction of a new bridge next to it.
Why it matters
The existing Portal Bridge is a critical bottleneck for train traffic between New Jersey and New York City. This small change in its operation is a necessary step to build a replacement, which has been planned for decades. The new bridge will allow trains to travel faster and more reliably.
The signal
Watch for the start of major construction on the new Portal Bridge North, which this rule change enables.
If you insist
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