Michigan Rail Enhancement Grant Program (M-REP)
Michigan Rail Enhancement Grant Program (M-REP) supports railroads and multi-user transload facilities with projects that improve safety, efficiency, accessibility, capacity, or condition for commodity movement.
Funder: Michigan Department of Transportation
Due Dates: November 9, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to 70% of eligible project costs, capped at $5 million
Summary: M-REP funds improvements to Michigan’s rail system that support the movement of commodities.
Key Information: Applicants must be railroads or owners of multi-user transload facilities.
Description
The Michigan Department of Transportation’s Office of Rail administers the Michigan Rail Enhancement Grant Program (M-REP). The program supports Michigan’s rail system as an option for moving commodities across the state. It provides grants for projects on railroads and at multi-user transload facilities that improve public safety, operational efficiency, system accessibility, system capacity, or system condition.
Projects may address one or more of these priorities. Through these improvements, M-REP aims to strengthen the rail system’s ability to move Michigan commodities.
