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NewsMay 17, 2019

FRA cancels $928M California high-speed rail grant

The FRA added it continues to consider all options regarding the return of $2.5 billion in ARRA funds awarded to CHSRA.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2019

FTA announces $423M in bus funding

Projects eligible for this funding opportunity include those that would replace, rehabilitate, lease, or purchase buses and related equipment.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2019

Amtrak, NJ TRANSIT investing $31M in Northeast Corridor

The work, which will lead to improved conditions for travelers, will be conducted throughout the state.

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Newsby StaffMay 14, 2019

Anaheim Transportation Network to add more BYD electric buses

The order will include 30-, 40-, and 60-foot buses, which will be used by Anaheim Resort Transit.

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Newsby StaffMay 10, 2019

FTA releases $5M funding opportunity for tribal transit

In FY 2018, FTA awarded Tribal Transit funds to 36 competitively selected projects in 14 states.

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Newsby StaffApril 23, 2019

Chicago launches program to prioritize bus service on popular routes

Mayor Emanuel allocated $5 million toward unsnarling bus slow zones at bottlenecks and pinch points to improve service.

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Newsby StaffApril 22, 2019

Feds make $900M available in BUILD grants for infrastructure

Selection criteria encompass safety, economic competitiveness, quality of life, and state of good repair.

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Newsby StaffApril 18, 2019

Metra adds state funding for 2 new rail stations

The two stations have been planned for years, however, funding was first held up in the state’s budget woes and then cut in 2017.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2019

Valley Metro rail extension gets FTA approval to enter engineering

The approval moves the project forward in the capital grants program.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2019

Senators threaten to withhold WMATA funds if it selects Chinese railcars

CRRC is actively pursuing a WMATA contract likely to exceed $1 billion to build up to 800 of its new 8000-series railcars.

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