Starting October 1, MTA Maryland will implement a new Code of Conduct that allows suspensions and bans for riders who commit assault, harassment, vandalism, or other misconduct. The policy will better protect riders, frontline staff, and American families, making transit safer for the entire community. #MakeCommutingSafeAgain. tinyurl.com/yu7wff8j
Federal Transit Administration
Government Administration
Washington, DC 59,910 followers
Improving public transportation for America's communities
About us
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) works to improve public transportation for America's communities. Since 1964, FTA has partnered with state and local governments to create and enhance public transportation systems. Today, we invest more than $20 billion annually to support and expand public rail, bus, trolley, ferry and other transit services. That investment has helped modernize public transportation and extended service into small cities and rural communities that previously lacked transit options. FTA also oversees safety measures and helps develop next-generation technology research. An agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), FTA is headed by an administrator appointed by the President of the United States. FTA is one of DOT’s 10 modes of transportation and is run by a headquarters in Washington, D.C. as well as 10 regional offices that assist transit agencies in all states and U.S. territories. FTA is an organization of more than 550 diverse, talented, enthusiastic people working to strengthen American communities, promote economic vitality, and maintain personal freedom through the development and support of public transportation.
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http://www.transit.dot.gov
External link for Federal Transit Administration
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1964
- Specialties
- Public Transportation, Transit, Subway, Bus & Bus Rapid Transit, Light Rail, Transit Safety, and Innovation in Public Transportation
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1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590, US
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Updates
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Yesterday, FTA hosted a welcome interview with Administrator Marc Molinaro, where staff had the opportunity to hear his perspective on safety, security, accessibility, and the critical role of transit in economic development. The discussion was an energizing start to his tenure and reinforced FTA’s continued mission to improve America’s transit systems.
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FTA recently connected with industry leaders at the The Transportation Association of South Carolina (TASC) to talk about what matters most: safety. We shared the latest data on bus safety, assaults on transit workers, and how agencies can foster a stronger culture of safety. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yvz55rrt
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FTA Administrator Marc Molinaro stopped by to thank our incredible National Guardsmen and women stationed outside of Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)’s Navy Yard Station for their incredible work that is making D.C. a safer community.
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As we prepare to host the largest sporting events in the world, starting with the FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States, FTA will assist transit agencies in ensuring vehicles are ready and available to transport fans from game to game.
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Today, FTA Administrator Marc Molinaro joined the Federal Railroad Administration and the Gateway Development Commission (GDC) to check out the construction underway on the historic Hudson Tunnel Project. The tour began in North Bergen, NJ, with work on a new bridge, continued to tunneling sites beneath the Palisades and Hudson River, and ended in Manhattan at a future connection to Penn Station. Backed by FTA funding, the project will transform one of the nation’s busiest rail corridors, expanding capacity, improving reliability, and strengthening the Northeast’s economic backbone for decades to come.
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FTA recently met with members of the AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) Internal and External Audit Committee to discuss the safety oversight review process, common findings, and tips for a smoother review. Participants left with best practices to help them prepare for their next FTA review. tinyurl.com/yvz55rrt
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In Minnesota, goMARTI, an autonomous transit service, is expanding beyond Grand Rapids, adding new accessible vehicles and more than 60 new stops in rural and tribal communities. As one of the only rural autonomous vehicle pilots, goMARTI is bringing innovative transportation to areas that need it most, helping residents and visitors connect to jobs, services, and community life.
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Metro Flex, Metro Transit Omaha’s new microtransit service, is filling gaps in the city’s transit network with 10 shuttle vans, offering shared rides in North, West, and South Omaha plus connections to Eppley Airfield and ORBT bus routes. Riders can book through the Metro Flex app, making it easier to get where they need to go.
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Innovation is making travel in South Florida easier than ever. The new SoFloGO app combines the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority / Tri-Rail, Broward County Transit (BCT), Palm Tran, and Miami-Dade’s Metrorail, Metrobus, and Metromover into a single, easy-to-use platform. With real-time updates, mobile ticketing, trip planning, and accessibility features, riders can now navigate Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties seamlessly.
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