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Paul J. Roberti

Administrator

The Honorable Paul J. Roberti was sworn in as Administrator of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) on September 25, 2025, by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.  Administrator Roberti is a seasoned professional with extensive experience...

Lee White

Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

Lee White currently serves as Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology at the U.S. Department of Transportation. As a senior...

U.S. Department of Transportation Advisory Board

About the USDOT Advisory Board

The USDOT Advisory Board provides strategic vision and high-level guidance to modernize and enhance the United States' transportation systems. The Board's expertise is instrumental in shaping policies and initiatives that drive safety, efficiency, resiliency,...

Michael “Rocket” Halem

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

Michael “Rocket” Halem currently serves as Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology at the U.S. Department of Transportation. With a lifelong...

Doug Simon

Director of the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy Compliance

Doug Simon joined the U.S. Department of Transportation as the Director of the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy Compliance in May of 2025.

He arrived at DOT after serving four years as the Florida Director of the Office...