Federal Transit Administration

Shout out to the North Central Texas Council of Governments for receiving $1 million from FTA to plan for transit-oriented development along the Trinity Railway Express, the 34-mile commuter rail connecting Dallas and Fort Worth. The federal funding will help the council assess opportunities for affordable housing, mixed-use development and pedestrian facilities to improve how people connect to transit stations. bit.ly/FY24TOD

Supporting tribal transit is critical to improving connections, promoting economic development and ensuring Indigenous communities have access to reliable transportation services. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, FTA has invested over $130 million in tribal transit programs since 2021, helping American Indian and Alaska Native communities modernize and expand their transit systems. Additionally, FTA is providing nearly 83% more competitive funding for tribal transit through 2026 than in previous years. #3YearsofBIL bit.ly/4fFmRvD

Exciting news in Houston! FTA has awarded the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County $1.2 million to plan for transit-oriented development along its proposed Gulfton Corridor bus rapid transit line. The federal funding will help METRO identify locations for future mixed-use development, devise strategies to enhance transit access in underserved communities, and assess community infrastructure needs, such as repairs to sidewalks, crosswalks and traffic signals. bit.ly/FY24TOD

Keeping our rail infrastructure in a state of good repair is essential to ensure passenger safety and reliable service. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, FTA has invested over $1.3 billion to help transit agencies in 8 states replace over 750 railcars that have been in service for decades. With modern, state-of-the-art vehicles, riders can look forward to faster, more efficient rail travel. #3YearsofBIL bit.ly/3PJT8Wq?

Congratulations to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) for receiving $460,000 from FTA to plan for transit-oriented development along a 4-mile corridor served by its Route 10 trolley. As part of its trolley modernization program, SEPTA will use the federal funding to identify affordable housing and commercial development opportunities as well as develop strategies to increase ridership and connectivity in West Philadelphia. bit.ly/FY24TOD

Ferries are vital lifelines, connecting communities, fostering economic growth and providing essential transportation across waterways. Since 2022, FTA has invested over $900 million to improve, expand and modernize ferry services in 18 states. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, more than 50 ferry projects nationwide have received federal funding, enabling transit agencies to repair aging passenger vessels, transition to electric and low-emitting technologies, and provide more reliable ferry service. #3YearsofBIL bit.ly/3O5JCwj

FTA has awarded the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas over $350,000 to plan transit-oriented development along its proposed Charleston Boulevard transit line. The future corridor will provide better access to the College of Southern Nevada, Meadows Mall, downtown Las Vegas and more. The federal funding will help RTC-SNV identify locations for future transit hubs and mixed-use development. bit.ly/FY24TOD

Vanpools are often an integral part of transit services across America. Yesterday, FTA announced the extension of a partial waiver, making it easier for transit agencies to purchase vans and minivans while continuing to support American manufacturing.??? bit.ly/3Z7W0SR

Shout out to the Bay Area’s Caltrain for surpassing 750,000 riders in its first month of electrified service, its highest ridership since 2020. The growth follows an upward trend for the California transit agency, with ridership continuing to climb. ?? FTA supported Caltrain’s electrification with $1 billion.

Buses are the workhorse of American transit. Ensuring our nation’s buses are in peak condition is crucial for maintaining a reliable transportation system. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, FTA has invested nearly $5.5 billion to help transit agencies nationwide upgrade and expand their fleets with state-of-the-art, American-made buses and facilities. Since 2021, over 400 projects in 48 states have received federal funding, adding over 4,600 low and no-emission buses to the road, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering a more sustainable and connected future. #3YearsofBIL bit.ly/3AGJ3WG