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Thirty-nine transit systems will receive core scheduling, dispatching, route optimization module and tablet mobile data devices for automated vehicle location, reducing paper, and improving driver and dispatcher communications.
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Plans call for a master developer to be selected by May 2026 and construction for the new transit hub to begin by the end of 2027.
Read More →The Caucus seeks to highlight the benefits of investing in bus systems, the challenges accompanying aging bus fleets and facilities, and encourage innovation in a rapidly changing transportation climate.
Read More →President William Millar told the House of Representatives that transit reductions of 30 percent or more outlined in the FY 2012 budget proposal by House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) would halt thousands projects needed in the years ahead. He added that while transportation programs account for less than 3 percent of the federal budget, they support or create more than 2.5 million jobs annually.
Read More →Lawmakers said that the leaders’ instruction that negotiators redouble their efforts was seen as genuine and boosted hopes of a deal before the July 4 recess, which begins a week from Friday.
Read More →North East Arkansas Transit system launched rural transportation operations on Oct. 1 in six counties. The service was funded with a grant from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department.
Read More →Metro will use the grant to establish, equip and train five, four-person anti-terrorism teams whose activities focus on terrorism prevention.
Read More →With surface transportation reauthorization facing several hurdles, most notably funding, key congressional staff engaged in overseeing public transportation programs shared their views and outlook for the legislative process during the “Congress & the Federal Transportation Agenda” session Monday.
Read More →The funds will support jobs and help reduce carbon emissions, leading to cleaner air, healthier communities, and better transportation.
Read More →Three people were killed, and dozens were injured. Federal investigators say they are looking into whether the engineer was distracted.
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