NEWARK (WABC) — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy will meet with leaders from NJ Transit and Amtrak.

The state recently received more than $100 million in grants to address the problems these individuals are responsible for. brutal delays throughout the summer.

New Jersey says federal funds will modernize the aging system. The $112 million allocation was announced last week as part of a larger $300 million project to improve service along the entire North East Corridor.

Specific areas that agencies want to improve include train speeds, passenger capacity and reducing service disruptions.

Most summer travel delays and cancellations have been attributed to general remittance issues. $18.6 million will be used to improve the signal system between New Brunswick and Elizabeth, $13.4 million will be used to modernize overhead cables on a 23-mile line, and $80 million will be used to improve the Kearny substation.

Although the funds will be distributed, there are concerns that the incoming Trump administration may not prioritize transportation funding, even though it is a high priority for NJ Transit and Amtrak passengers.

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