Secretary Buttigieg Warns Airlines of Their Refund Obligations Under Law

Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg sent letters to the CEOs of the ten largest U.S. airlines making it clear that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) expects them to provide passengers with cash refunds as required by law.

In the letter,...

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces New Bilingual Counter-Trafficking Materials in Observance of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) marks UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons amid ongoing efforts to ensure that counter-trafficking public awareness and outreach materials for the transportation sector are trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally...

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $427 Million in Grants from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Modernize Airports

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $427 million in funding for 245 airport-related infrastructure grants across 39 states to modernize and improve America’s airports. The projects are funded under President Biden’s Bipartisan...

On 34th Anniversary of ADA, U.S. Department of Transportation Celebrates Progress Made on Disability Rights Under Biden-Harris Administration

WASHINGTON – Today, on the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) proudly celebrates the progress made on the Department’s Disability Policy Priorities. Under the leadership of the Biden-Harris Administration, DOT has taken historic...

Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $374 Million in Grants to Improve Airports 

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced more than $374 million for airfield, safety, and other improvement projects at 299 airports in 46 states and American Samoa.  

“The Biden-Harris Administration continues to...

“INVESTING IN AMERICA: Mississippi” Short-Form Documentary Highlights How the Biden-Harris Administration is Strengthening Rural Communities in the American South

WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation released the fourth installment of its “Investing in America” video series focused on U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s two-day visit to Mississippi

ICYMI: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Travels to Los Angeles, Holds Groundbreaking for Major Infrastructure Project, Visits Transportation Projects Across the City

Washington, DC – Last week, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America tour, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg traveled to Los Angeles, CA

Air Travel Consumer Report: April 2024 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 April 2024 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, and mishandled wheelchairs and scooters. The ATCR is designed to assist...

INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $5 Billion to Restore, Reconstruct, and Repair Nationally Significant Large Bridges Across the Country

Thirteen major bridges to receive funding through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, improving the safety and efficiency of critical supply chain corridors, creating good-paying jobs, and supporting the national economy

WASHINGTON – Today, to...

USDOT Convenes Transportation Stakeholders and Administration Partners to Celebrate Climate Progress and Set the Stage for Continued Action

WASHINGTON – On July 11-12, the U.S. Department of Transportation hosted a Transportation and Climate Symposium, where climate champions and nationwide, innovative solutions were recognized. Solutions that help decarbonize our transportation systems and create more accessible and affordable...

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