Buttigieg writes op-ed calling on Congress to enact railroad safety initiatives in communities that rely on them

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is set to allocate over $57 million to assist municipalities in managing public-private initiatives. This funding, backed by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, was announced via a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for eligible projects.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently toured several airports across the nation to underscore a $1 billion investment aimed at rehabilitating terminals at various American airports. Carlos Monje, Under Secretary of Transportation, and Deputy Secretary of Transportation Polly Trottenberg also visited different airports to discuss these renovation projects. Buttigieg announced on an unspecified date that there was a need to modernize the aging infrastructure.

Job seekers may wish to consider applying to manufacturers serving the transportation industry. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, has announced its decision to discontinue a measure aimed at supporting jobs in the American transportation industry through a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).

Local communities, state governments, and tribal jurisdictions are now eligible to apply for over $180 million in grants intended to improve their roads. This announcement comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), with the aim of enhancing the safety of commercial motor vehicles on highways.

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced an $18 million grant to be allocated to local and state governments, universities, tribal communities, and non-profit groups. The funding aims to further the education of first responders.

Secretary Pete Buttigieg of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently visited Hawaii to support the Investing in America Tour as the Lahaina area recovers from wildfires. The initiative aims to showcase how President Biden’s agenda is positively impacting communities across the nation.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will allocate $970 million in funds to U.S. airports across 44 states and three territories, a move supported by the Bipartisan Investing in America agenda.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently met with state officials at the site of the Interstate Bridge replacement project, which links Oregon and Washington on Interstate 5 over the Columbia River. In December, the DOT's Mega Program declared that it had allocated $600 million towards a new bridge.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved a $417.2 million loan to support Phase 2 of the Complete 540 project in the Raleigh, N.C. area. The project, backed by the Build America Bureau, aims to extend the Triangle Expressway by 10.8 miles from Interstate 40 to the existing Interstate 540 at Interstate 87/ U.S. 64/U.S. 264 in Knightdale.

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has allocated approximately $110 million for the renovation of eight public transportation projects that were damaged during recent natural disasters.

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently posted on X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his approval of a federal judge's decision to block JetBlue Airways' planned $3.8-billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) had determined that the deal was anticompetitive and would negatively impact airline travelers.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced the allocation of approximately $150 million in grants to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. These funds are earmarked for the renovation of nearly 4,500 existing EV charging ports and will be distributed among 24 grant recipients across 22 states.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg has been vocal on social media about the department's success in reducing flight cancellations. He attributes this achievement to the DOT's investments in air travel and its commitment to holding airlines accountable.

A recent report by the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) delves into the road conditions experienced by Americans, identifying those who face the worst conditions. It also uncovers the additional annual costs associated with driving on these deteriorated roads.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently announced a $813 million grant aimed at enhancing road safety across numerous American communities. Buttigieg took to social media to express his belief that this significant investment will contribute to the prevention of fatal car accidents on U.S. roads.