For purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
- (1) DEPARTMENT. The Alabama Department of Transportation or any successor agency of the department.
- (2) FUND. The Alabama Shortline Railroad Infrastructure Rehabilitation Fund created by this chapter.
- (3) GRANTEE. A local public railroad authority created pursuant to Chapter 13 of this title, Sections 37-13-1 to 37-13-21, inclusive, or other entity that may become eligible for financial assistance pursuant to federal or state law.
- (4) PROGRAM. The Alabama Shortline Railroad Infrastructure Rehabilitation Program providing grants, loans, or other financial assistance for the rehabilitation of shortline railroads operating in Alabama.
- (5) SHORTLINE RAILROAD. A Class III shortline railroad operating in Alabama.
(Act 2008-382, p. 711, §3.)