The state House of Delegates, meanwhile, included both priorities in its budget, which means the two chambers will have to hash out some compromise.

The new station currently sits among lots of building construction, but officials say the station will spur growth in the quickly developing neighborhood.

The stop sits between the National Airport and Braddock Road stops on the Blue and Yellow Lines.

Station construction is 90% complete.

The opening of the Potomac Yard station has been delayed until 2023 and the closure of six stations south of National Airport has been extended until Nov. 5.

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