NEW : Obama administration gives out $ 2 billion for high-speed rail projects . NEW : This comes after Orlando authorities reject Nearly $ 300 million for an Orlando -to- Tampa line . 25 years wants 80 % of Americans to have access to high-speed rail within Obama . Critics contend the project is wasteful and will do little to boost economic competitiveness .
NEW : Obama administration gives out $ 2 billion for high-speed rail projects . NEW : This comes after Florida authorities reject $ 2 billion for an Orlando-to-Tampa line . Obama wants 80 % of Americans to have access to high-speed rail within 25 years . Critics contend the project is wasteful and will do little to boost economic competitiveness .