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Virginia’s iconic Surry ferry, serving communities across the James River for five decades, is getting a $68 million eco-makeover thanks to federal funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Senators Warner and Kaine announced the upgrade, part of a targeted program for electric or low-emission ferries, set to roll out in fiscal 2026. This modernization will replace aging vessels with greener alternatives, cutting pollution while preserving vital transit links between Surry and James City County. It’s just the latest win in a broader push by the senators to electrify Virginia’s transportation — including over $70 million last year for buses and more than $170 million in 2023 for low-emission fleets. This investment proves how federal dollars can transform local infrastructure while protecting the planet.

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