Washington, DC – NYC-area transit systems are expected to see a big increase in security dollars from the Department of Homeland Security, while the area's port security grants will increase slightly.
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Congressional aides told the AP that transit systems in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey will receive $151.2 million in new grant money.
Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff is expected to make a formal announcement on Friday.