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Current Operating Status

For the Department of Transportation’s current operating status in the Washington DC area, please visit...

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Photo of a smiling Secretary LaHood on his bike

Bicycle Safety Summits

Information about the 2013 DOT Bicycle Safety Summits in Tampa (April 11) and Minneapolis (April 29)

Fact Sheet

Essential Air Service FAQ

Frequently Asked Question Topics

  • Hold-In Authority
  • How Much Service?
  • Eligibility Standards
  • Subsidy Rate Negotiations
  • Size of the Program
  • ...

Biography

Paul Gretch

Director, Office of International Aviation

Education

  • B.A., Brooklyn College (1963) J.D., Harvard Law School (1966) L.L.M., New York University Law School (International Law)(...

Biography

Linda L. Lawson

Director, Office of Safety, Energy and Environment

Linda Lawson has directed the Office of Transportation Policy Development at the U.S. Department of Transportation since 1998. Ms. Lawson...

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Railroad Operations

Overview

The nation’s railroads have more than a century-long commitment to the nation’s service men and women, and this year continue to hire veterans at a robust pace. Between 20-25...

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About Featured Job Sites

Overview

The Veterans Employment Center (VEC)
The VEC provides tools and resources for service members and veterans to help with their transition to civilian...