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Recent News About U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
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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.
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In honor of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the U.S. Department of Transportation takes a decisive stance, appointing a committee, awarding innovative initiative and launching training to combat human trafficking within the transportation sector.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) allocated $20.9 million in grants for 88 Tribal projects, addressing roadway fatalities and injuries on Tribal lands and prioritizing Native American and Alaska Native communities.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration will infuse $20 million into 47 communities to improve public transportation. The funds are reserved for economically distressed areas and prioritize equity and sustainability.
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The U.S. FMCSA has issued interim guidance clarifying the definitions of "broker" and "bona fide agent" in the trucking industry. The guidance aims to inform decision-making and ensure compliance within the sector.
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The Biden-Harris administration recently announced funding for 63 projects in 32 states with the intent of reducing train-vehicle collisions and blocked rail crossings in the U.S.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed the MOSAIC rule to enhance safety and expand the definition of Light Sport Aircraft. The rule aims to include larger aircraft and establish performance safety standards, inviting public input before finalization.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation, with the Department of Energy and Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, released a new toolkit to empower communities to leverage federal funding for electric vehicle infrastructure and promote clean transportation.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration recently announced it allocated $130.5 million in federal grants for seven projects aimed at improving transportation infrastructure on federal and Tribal lands across the country.
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The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a major breakthrough in the revitalization and expansion of the Northeast Rail Corridor with the initiation of the Engineering phase for the Hudson River Tunnel (HRT) project between New York and New Jersey.