The State of Illinois is receiving $83.5 million in grant funding from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

Out of the $83.5 million, Springfield will be getting $19.8 million.

Springfield will use the money to construct a new railroad grade separation underpass at North Grand Avenue over the Norfolk Southern and Illinois Midland rail lines.

"Investments in rebuilding and modernizing Illinois’ infrastructure are critical to improving residents’ quality of life,” said Senator Dick Durbin, D-Illinois. “This grant from the Department of Transportation will allow these communities to make improvements that meet the demands of the 21st century. Senator Duckworth and I will continue working to ensure our state has the federal resources needed to succeed.”

Other cities receiving the funding is Chicago, East Moline, and Harvey.