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Recent News About U.S. Department of Transportation
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The U.S. Senate has unanimously confirmed Mike Whitaker as the next Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator, filling an 18-month leadership void at the agency.
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According to a Department of Transportation press release, the agency is expanding its RIA program with $24 million in new funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
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A branch of the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), has announced the allocation of nearly $197 million for the modernization of the country's rail transit system. The funding will be used to replace aging railcars, improving reliability, safety, and accessibility for millions of Americans who depend on these rail systems for their daily commute.
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The Biden-Harris Administration has allocated nearly $12 million in grants to eight marine highway projects across the United States, as part of the United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP). The aim of this funding is to enhance the movement of goods through the nation's navigable waterways, ultimately strengthening supply chains and reducing consumer costs.
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Federal Railroad Administration Announces Unprecedented Investment in Rail Projects Across the Country
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The Biden-Harris administration has announced a $100 million funding initiative aimed at revamping the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the United States. The goal of this federal grant is to improve the reliability and coverage of the EV charging network across the nation.
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Michael G. Whitaker has been nominated to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and is currently awaiting Senate confirmation. This nomination comes at a critical time for the aviation industry, and Whitaker's three decades of industry experience make him a strong candidate for the position.
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Oversight Committee Calls on DOT to Tackle Alarming Rise in Aviation and Rail Safety Failures
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The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued a report on Sept. 1 that accuses the United Auto Workers (UAW) leadership of prioritizing political objectives over the well-being of its members in what it says is the UAW's failure to oppose Biden Administration rules to shift auto manufacturing from gasoline-powered to electric vehicles.
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DOT announces $8.8 million in grants for innovative transportation projects in eight states and D.C.The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $8.8 million in grants to support ten innovative projects across eight states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) said in an Aug. 22 news release.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation has levied a record $4.1 million fine against American Airlines for multiple federal tarmac delay regulations violations, highlighting the agency's intensified focus on passengers' rights and airline accountability.
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In the aftermath of the catastrophic wildfires that began on August 8, 2023, in Lahaina, leading to over 100 lives lost, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is responding with immediate support and collaboration.
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently announced two new Marine Highway Routes in Alaska, extending the system by more than 6,750 miles.
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The U.S. Build America Bureau awarded a $501 million low-interest loan to the Colorado Transportation Investment Office in a strategic move to significantly upgrade a 61-mile stretch of the I-25 highway.
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On August 16, 2023, the FHWA announced a $196 million investment to 59 Tribal, state, and local governments for repairing or removing 169 culvert barriers, enhancing fish passage across freshwater waterways.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation launched its second year of the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation Grants Program.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation committed $13.4 million to promote eco-friendly, walkable communities through its Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning program, emphasizing affordable housing and sustainable growth.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration announced a $10 million “quick release” fund for Vermont's flood-damaged infrastructure, aiming to restore essential transportation across the state.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation mandated all new single-aisle aircraft must have larger, wheelchair-accessible lavatories, ensuring dignity and convenience for travelers with disabilities.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced the launch of the Project Delivery Center of Excellence, which is initiative to streamline and enhance the implementation of federally-funded infrastructure projects nationwide.