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Newsby StaffMarch 27, 2020

FTA extends competetive grant programs by 30 days

The 30-day extension applies to grant programs currently administered by FTA with active notices of funding opportunities.

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Newsby StaffMarch 26, 2020

APTA thanks Administration after Senate unanimously passes CARES Act

The bill would provide up to $25 billion in funding for the public transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffMarch 25, 2020

Dallas' D2 subway reaches preliminary design milestone

The next phase is preparing a supplemental draft environment impact statement to access potential impacts and benefits of the project.

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2020

FTA makes $11M available for innovation in transit

The AIM challenge grants will help transit agencies explore new service models that provide more efficient and frequent service, which will help retain riders.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2020

CTAA letter urges Congress to include public transit in COVID-19 relief

The rural, small city, specialized, and NEMT operators are experiencing unprecedented challenges in the wake of COVID-19.

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Newsby StaffMarch 19, 2020

Making public transit safer during COVID-19 outbreak

In a blog, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao discusses resources available to public transit during COVID-19 pandemic.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2020

Calif.'s Metrolink lands $10.7M CRISI grant

The grant will partially fund the Burbank Corridor Speed and Safety Improvements Project, which will enhance service on Metrolink’s Ventura County and Antelope Valley lines.

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Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2020

Transit agencies can use FTA formula funds for coronavirus response

Use for operating expenses in addition to capital expenses and permits operating expenses to be covered at an 80% federal share.

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Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2020

FTA awards $28M to City of El Paso, Texas for BRT system

The project will provide faster, more reliable transit service to important destinations in downtown El Paso, the El Paso International Airport, and the Far East Transfer Center.

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Newsby StaffMarch 3, 2020

$8.5M FTA grant to target transit in poverty-stricken communities

The new "HOPE" program supports planning, engineering and technical studies, or financial planning to improve services.

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