Marcus J. Molinaro, FTA Administrator, U.S. Department of Transportation | Official Website
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a $2 billion investment aimed at modernizing transit bus infrastructure across the United States. This funding will support 165 projects in 45 states and Washington, D.C., resulting in the production of 2,400 buses built with American parts and labor. The initiative is part of President Trump's "America First" agenda.
The funds are sourced from the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program and the Low or No Emission Grant Program. These programs aim to enhance bus infrastructure, reduce traffic congestion, and provide more efficient and affordable travel options. They also promise to create jobs in both rural and urban areas.
"Delivering new-and-improved bus infrastructure is yet another example of how America is building again under President Trump," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. "Whether it's to church, school, or work, more people travel by bus than any other form of public transportation."
Marc Molinaro, FTA Administrator, added that these grants will "strengthen connections between communities, boost bus safety and reliability, and enhance mobility and quality of life for passengers."
Some notable projects include the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) in Houston receiving approximately $101 million to replace older diesel buses with compressed natural gas (CNG) buses. The Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) in Tampa will receive $32 million for similar upgrades.
In related news, the U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded nearly $20 million to small shipyards through its Small Shipyard Grant Program $19.6 million in grant awards. Additionally, they announced winners for the Inclusive Design Challenge on the ADA’s anniversary In recognition of the ADA’s 32nd anniversary.
A full breakdown of project selections can be found here.
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