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State of Available Funds

In the recently passed Omnibus funding bill, Congress provided historic levels of funding for infrastructure investments across America. As the Department releases these funds, the Department is committed to a responsible, expeditious, and transparent process that prioritizes safety.

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7-10-2018 - Autonomous Vehicle Symposium

Remarks As Prepared for Delivery ByU.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. ChaoAutonomous Vehicle SymposiumSan Francisco, CATuesday, July 10, 2018

Thank you, Brian [Wynne] for that introduction.  It is a pleasure to join you today at this important...

New USDOT Pilot Program Provides Boost to Military Recruitment

Three-year partnership program with trucking industry to permit 18- to 20-year-old Veterans and Reservists to operate in interstate commerce

OMAHA, Neb. – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao, today joined Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer and Congressman Don Bacon to...