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Videosby Alex RomanMarch 13, 2026

Inside The Bus Coalition’s Push for Stronger Federal Transit Investment

In this conversation, TBC’s Executive Director Ed Redfern, President Corey Aldridge, and Washington Representative Joel Rubin outline the coalition’s key policy priorities, the challenges facing transit agencies, and how industry stakeholders can work together to strengthen the voice of bus transit at the federal level.

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Stairs in a New York rail station with text reading "USDOT Invests $686 Million to Modernize Aging Rail Stations."
Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2026

FTA Invests $686M to Modernize Aging Rail Stations

Competitive FTA grants will support accessibility upgrades, family-friendly improvements, and cost-efficient capital projects at some of the nation’s oldest and busiest transit hubs.

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A public transit bus at a pedestrian crosswalk with text reading "FTA Awards Nearly $390 Million to Upgrade Aging Transit Bus Infrastructure Nationwide."
Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2026

FTA Awards Nearly $390M to Upgrade Aging Transit Bus Infrastructure Nationwide

Funds will deliver new buses and modernize maintenance facilities across multiple states and Puerto Rico.

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Inside of an empty subway care with text reading "2026 THUD Appropriations Act Moves Forward with Focus on Infrastructure and Mobility."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 23, 2026

2026 THUD Appropriations Act Moves Forward with Focus on Infrastructure and Mobility

Congress unveiled the FY 2026 THUD bill detailing funds for transit, rail, and key investments tied to the World Cup and Olympics.

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Rendering of an Austin Light Rail station.
NewsJanuary 20, 2026

Austin Transit Partnership Advances Federal Funding Process for Light Rail Project

See how the agency’s transit project completed a Final Environmental Impact Statement within the federal two-year guideline.

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Workers walking in a railcar facility with text reading "Pennsylvania Governor Directs Nearly $220 Million in Additional Capital Funding to SEPTA."
Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2025

Pennsylvania Governor Directs Nearly $220M in Additional Capital Funding to SEPTA

See how the funding boost fast-tracks the agency’s safety upgrades, restores full Regional Rail, and builds on delivering reliable rides for almost 800,000 commuters.

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An image of a public transit bus approaching a bus stop with text reading "USDOT Invests $2 Billion in Modernizing Transit Bus Infrastructure."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 20, 2025

USDOT Invests $2 Billion in Modernizing Transit Bus Infrastructure

From Houston to Iowa, new federal grants are transforming bus fleets and facilities across 45 states. See which projects made the list.

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Newsby Elora HaynesNovember 14, 2025

Shutdown Ends, Fiscal Pressures Continue for Transit Sector

Though core transit funding held steady during the record-long shutdown, temporary fixes and growing federal debt signal uncertainty for future infrastructure and operations support.

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Blue and white graphic with text reading "Transit Leaders Push for Federal Investment."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 24, 2025

American Public Transportation Association Hosts 2025 Congressional Fly-In

APTA leaders and members met with lawmakers to advocate for full federal funding of transit and passenger rail, along with policy reforms to accelerate project delivery and strengthen local decision-making.

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Articlesby Staff and News ReportsOctober 6, 2025

Safety, Accessibility Key for FTA's Molinaro

Federal Transit Administrator Marc Molinaro recently addressed the crowd at the APTA's TRANSform Conference, which was held Sept. 14 to 17 in Boston.

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