Mass. officials break ground on North Station drawbridge after $472 million federal grant

Governor Healy and federal and state officials on the dais marked a ceremonial groundbreaking at North Station on a drawbridge replacement made possible in part by a $472,000,000 federal grant.

"I'm honored to celebrate the groundbreaking on the North Station Drawbridge made possible by an historic $472,000,000 federal grant," Senator Ed Markey said, framing the award as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and a step toward faster, cheaper and safer rail service for Massachusetts and New England.

Officials said the drawbridge replacement is part of a larger $1.2–$1.3 billion design‑build program that will expand cross‑river track capacity and improve operational flexibility at North Station. Speakers emphasized expected reductions in delays and increased rider access to jobs, education and medical care across the region.

The event included remarks from MBTA leaders, the Federal Transit Administration and labor representatives; a ceremonial shovel event followed the prepared statements.