HARTFORD– U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, applauded the grand opening of the Hartford Line. Murphy voted for $191 million in federal funding to help construct the passenger rail line.

“Finally having regular train service between Hartford and New Haven is a big deal. If we want to grow jobs and attract young people to our state, we need to invest in smart public transportation. I was proud to vote for funding to help get the Hartford Line built, and I really appreciate all the hard work by Governor Malloy and Commissioner Redeker to make this happen,” said Murphy.