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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that Nashua Community College in New Hampshire has joined the Federal Aviation Administration's Enhanced Air Traffic–Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI).
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U.S. Department of Transportation announces $46 million for finance and asset concession grants

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Build America Bureau has announced the availability of $45.98 million in grants under the Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Grant Program (IFAC).
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USDOT launches ARPA-I Ideas Challenge with $1 million prize pool

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced the launch of the ARPA-I Ideas Challenge, offering up to $1 million in prizes for innovative transportation technologies.
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USDOT launches new system for aviation consumer complaints

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has introduced a new web-based system for handling air travel service complaints.
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FAA celebrates 1,000th licensed commercial space operation

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford celebrated a significant achievement for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as it marked its 1,000th commercial space operation.
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Trump signs executive order to enhance U.S. commercial space industry

U.S. Transportation Secretary and Acting NASA Administrator Sean P. Duffy participated in a significant event at the White House today, where President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order aimed at enhancing U.S. competitiveness in the...
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Transportation Secretary Duffy revises NEVI guidelines for efficient EV charger deployment

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced revised guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, aiming to streamline the application process and provide states with greater flexibility.
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Transportation Secretary announces $175 million for ferry boat service improvements

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced $175 million in funding to enhance ferry boat services across 35 states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and American Samoa.
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James A. Crawford sworn in as Assistant Secretary for Tribal Affairs

James A. Crawford has been sworn in as the Assistant Secretary for Tribal Affairs at the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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Transportation Secretary highlights faster FAA Academy admissions under new process

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced improvements in the process for applicants entering the FAA Academy, resulting in a faster admission timeline.
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U.S. Marine Highway Program expands with new routes and sponsors

The U.S. Department of Transportation has expanded the U.S. Marine Highway Program by adding 848 miles of navigable waterways and approving 14 new sponsors, as announced by Secretary Sean P. Duffy.
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Trump administration halts enforcement of Biden-era DEI and environmental directives

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Trump Administration will not enforce Biden-era directives related to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and environmental policies.
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FAA completes major fiber optic upgrade at Newark Liberty Airport

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the completion of a significant project at Newark Liberty Airport, marking progress in the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) efforts to enhance operations and security.
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Transportation Secretary seeks details from MTA on rising subway assaults

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has requested more information from the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) regarding its efforts to address violent crime on its transit systems.
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Trump administration unveils initiatives to support American truckers

In a recent op-ed, Secretary Sean P. Duffy outlined President Donald Trump's initiatives aimed at supporting American truckers.
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Transportation Department updates TIFIA policy for broader infrastructure project financing

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced a significant policy update to its Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) credit program.
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Transportation Secretary launches national road safety initiative targeting arterial roads

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has initiated a national roadway safety program aimed at enhancing mobility and safety on roads across the country.
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Middle Georgia State University joins enhanced air traffic controller training program

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that Middle Georgia State University will join the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program.
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Transportation Secretary announces initiatives to support U.S. truck drivers

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has introduced a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing the conditions for truck drivers across the United States.
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Transportation Secretary announces audit on issuance of non-domiciled CDLs

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a nationwide audit to review state practices in issuing non-domiciled Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs).
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