Biden-Harris Administration Takes Major Step to Boost Domestic Manufacturing in Transportation, Create Good-Paying American Jobs

Proposed rule would end longstanding Buy America waiver for manufactured products in federal-aid highway projects

Biden-Harris Administration Opens Applications for Over $180 Million in Safety Grants for Commercial Motor Vehicles

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law makes way for funding that will boost innovation, expand partnerships, and enhance training to make roadways safer for all

Air Travel Consumer Report: December 2023, Full Year 2023 Numbers

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of December 2023 and calendar year 2023 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, and oversales...

Biden-Harris Administration Sends Another $9.9 Billion from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Transit Agencies Across the Country

See state-by-state funding HERE

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced that $9.9 billion in federal formula funding, part of the largest investment in public transit in U.S. history, is...

Secretary Buttigieg Announces Proposed Rule to Ensure Passengers Who Use Wheelchairs Can Fly with Dignity

Proposed rule would be the biggest expansion of rights for passengers who use wheelchairs since 2008

ICYMI: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Travels to Hawai‘i, Highlights Federal Investments in Infrastructure and Biden-Harris Administration Commitment to Wildfire Recovery

WASHINGTON — Last week, as a part of the Biden Administration's fourth Investing in America Tour, Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited Hawai‘i

Readout of Deputy Secretary Trottenberg’s Mission to Panama

Joined by DOT’s top maritime official, the site visit included an update on the Panama Canal’s ongoing drought conditions and discussion of Biden-Harris administration initiatives that are strengthening U.S. supply chains

Maritime Administration Announces Centers of Excellence Designations for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education

WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced the designation of 32 Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education.

USDOT Opens Applications for $18 Million in Funding Opportunities to Support Hazardous Materials Transportation and Pipeline Safety Activities Nationwide

Funding will help train first responders, educate the public on local safety initiatives, and encourage the development of new pipeline technologies.

NEW MILESTONE: List of ‘Allies in Action’ Supporting USDOT’s Safety Push Surpasses 160 Members and includes 36 State Transportation Agencies and State Safety Offices

After launching the comprehensive National Roadway Safety Strategy in early 2022, public organizations, private businesses, research institutions, and more have stepped up in response to USDOT’s call to action to reduce roadway deaths.

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