Indiana Code Title 8. Utilities and Transportation § 8-10-5-8.1

Sec. 8.1. In addition to the other powers granted under this chapter, the port authority may contract for, accept, or otherwise acquire and maintain railroad property and rights-of-way.  The port authority may accept and expend funding from any source, and may issue revenue bonds, for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the property and rights-of-way and the lease or purchase of all necessary equipment and appurtenances to successfully operate a railroad over the rights-of-way.  The powers granted, and procedures provided for, by this chapter shall extend to any authority created pursuant to this chapter even though the railroad facilities will not serve a port or harbor.