Earlier this month, C-TRAN in Vancouver, Washington, broke ground on its third BRT route, the Purple Line, which will serve a 9-mile stretch along Highway 99, one of the region’s busiest corridors. With 32 new stations and safe, reliable service, the Purple Line will connect riders to schools, jobs, and opportunity, including the Vancouver Waterfront and Washington State University Vancouver. Service is expected to begin in 2027.
Federal Transit Administration
Government Administration
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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
Locations
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1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590, US
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Employees at Federal Transit Administration
Updates
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Thanks to Secretary Duffy’s push to clear longstanding grant backlogs, the Milwaukee County Transit System in Wisconsin recently received a $21 million U.S. Department of Transportation BUILD grant to upgrade its 18-mile PurpleLine, a vital transit route serving over 1 million riders every year.
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Kudos to RTD in Denver for helping to Make America Safe Again with its new online Safety & Security Dashboard, a major step toward greater transparency for riders and employees. Updated monthly, the dashboard tracks security related calls, criminal activity, and incidents per customer, part of RTD’s continued commitment to a safer, more accountable transit system. #TransitSafety #RTD #PublicSafety #Transparency
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Big news for Alabama transit! Last week, U.S. Department of Transportation selected Max Transit for a $25 million grant to build a state-of-the art maintenance and operations facility in Birmingham and Jefferson County, which means modernized service, greater reliability, and strong community connections. The grant was part of $488 million announced by USDOT Secretary Sean Duffy for 30 projects nationwide.
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Funded under Trump 45 🚧 ⬇️ DELIVERED under Trump 47 😎 Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
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Another transit project delivered by President Trump! Today, FTA Regional Administrator Terry Garcia-Crews joined Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in DC to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 of the Bladensburg Bus Garage replacement project. The project received $196 million in funding under President Trump’s first administration. This modern facility marks a major investment in WMATA’s future, supporting up to 300 buses and more than 500 transit workers who keep the region moving.
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Colorado Department of Transportation and the City of Lone Tree CO recently broke ground on the Lone Tree Mobility Hub, an upcoming transit facility that will make it easier for riders to connect between local shuttles, light rail, and regional buses, all without needing to drive or park. Located near RTD’s Sky Ridge Station, the hub will feature connections to Bustang Outrider, RTD light rail, and Link On Demand, making transit in south Denver more convenient, connected, and accessible.
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This week, FTA Senior Advisor Marc Molinaro joined Regional Administrator Michael Culotta and the Region 2 team in New York for a fireside chat in the historic Collector’s Room of the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House. Advisor Molinaro spoke about the life-changing impact of public transportation and Secretary Duffy’s efforts to make transit safer, more efficient, and more accessible for American families.
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Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Transportation demanded additional action from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to address the rise in crime across its transit system. Assaults are up a whopping 66% since 2019, yet MTA insists crime is under control. The safety of American families taking transit is a top priority for Secretary Duffy, who is committed to ensuring transit systems prioritize the well-being of their riders. #MakeCommutingSafeAgain tinyurl.com/3pewedzw
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