More than $154 million in transit funding will provide access to safe, reliable transportation options for Texans across the state, according to a July 31 announcement from the Texas Department of Transportation.
The Texas Transportation Commission approved the funding during its June and July meetings. The awards are intended to support transit programs that connect people in both rural and urban communities to jobs, schools, medical care, groceries, and other essential services. “Public transit is an essential part of connecting many Texans to the people, places and opportunities that matter most,” Texas Transportation Commission Acting Chair Alvin New said. “Whether it’s a ride to work, school, a medical appointment or the grocery store, these services help provide safe, reliable options that give more Texans the freedom to get where they need to go.”
The combined state and federal funds will help expand services for seniors and people with disabilities, improve mobility options statewide, deliver modern infrastructure projects, and enhance existing transit services. Examples of how agencies plan to use this funding include purchasing accessible vehicles with advanced safety features by Rolling Plains Management Corporation; providing curb-to-curb transportation beyond meal delivery by Meals on Wheels Montgomery County; implementing an artificial intelligence voice self-service agent for rural riders by Senior Center Resources and Public Transit Inc.; advancing facility engineering and design projects by the City of Lubbock; and expanding intercity bus service along two corridors in West Texas through All Aboard America.
In total, 77 public transit agencies and non-profit organizations across Texas will receive support from this investment. The aim is to meet local needs while strengthening the broader statewide transportation network.
A full breakdown of awarded funding can be found on txdot.gov. The Texas Department of Transportation operates as a state government agency under the authority of the Texas Transportation Commission; it manages one of the largest state-maintained highway systems in the nation while overseeing diverse modes such as ferries, toll roads, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, as well as building highways, bridges, railways, aviation facilities and ports—all focused on ensuring safe connectivity for Texans. The department also contributes cultural vitality through programs preserving archeological sites and historic bridges while promoting community-engaged projects like its recognized ‘Don’t Mess With Texas’ anti-litter campaign promoting environmental stewardship, according to the official website.