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Heartland Flyer funded through ’27 as proposed state budget item targets future allocations
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points However, it will now continue to operate through 2027. The Texas and Oklahoma transportation departments jointly fund the service.
Funding for a key train service has been secured. The service, which runs daily, was previously at risk due to a lack of allocated funds. However, it will now continue to operate through 2027.
A notice had been issued indicating the service would end, but this is no longer the case. The Texas and Oklahoma transportation departments jointly fund the service. Further information about the funding and service is available from the Texas Department of Transportation and other sources.
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Published: August 17, 2026 ·
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