In Denver, RTD has increased fare checks by 500% since last year as part of its safety plan to better protect riders and transit workers. The results are real: ✅ 300,000+ fare checks per month ✅ 35% drop in crime across its system ✅ 70% fewer complaints about drug use on RTD buses and trains Thanks, RTD, for doing your part to #MakeCommutingSafeAgain.
Federal Transit Administration
Government Administration
Washington, DC 59,487 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
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- 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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FTA recognizes the National Coalition for Safer Roads 2025 Stop on Red Week to help raise awareness about the dangers of running red lights. Everyone plays a role in keeping our intersections safe. #StopOnRed2025 tinyurl.com/2u2k2kyf
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When federal dollars are involved, safety and efficiency must be guaranteed throughout the life of the investment. That’s why Administrator Marc Molinaro announced that FTA will investigate how the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) stores its decommissioned electric vehicles following multiple battery fires among these assets. Safety will always be this administration’s top priority. Learn more: tinyurl.com/wjdfskva
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Yesterday was a busy day for FTA Deputy Administrator Tariq Bokhari, who met with Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava to check in on how federal transit investments are shaping the region. At Coconut Grove Station, FTA staff toured The Underline, a 10-mile urban trail and mobility corridor being built beneath the Metrorail. Portions of The Underline are already open, offering public space for walking, biking, and community use, while ongoing construction continues to expand its reach across the county. Supported by a $22.3 million U.S. Department of Transportation BUILD grant during President Trump’s first term, The Underline is a model for how federal funding can deliver long-term benefits beyond the station platform.
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Safety comes first. Trespassing near rail transit is dangerous—and deadly. Be Train Safe. Stay off the tracks. tinyurl.com/yt9pwvbn
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Today, FTA Deputy Administrator Tariq Bokhari spoke at the American Public Transportation Association Tech Conference in Miami, where he outlined how FTA is leading the charge on innovation. From AI-powered microtransit in South Dakota to autonomous shuttles in Florida to real-time route analytics in Ohio, FTA is investing in technologies that will make transit safer, faster, and more reliable for all riders.
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We welcome our newly confirmed Administrator Marc Molinaro. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gHnVaKzZ
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Since 2017, the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County has been working to make its bus system more accessible for all riders. To date, more than 5,600 bus stops have been upgraded to include features like wider sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, and tactile paving to assist riders with visual impairments. And the work isn’t done: METRO plans to make more than 700 additional bus stops fully accessible by year’s end. #ADA35
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Next summer, America will be on the world stage—and so will our transit systems. Check out FTA’s new video series helping transit agencies, bus operators, and host cities prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. tinyurl.com/44xz3jta
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Last month, TriMet launched TriMet NEXT in Gresham, Oregon, a new paratransit pilot offering on-demand transportation for seniors and riders with disabilities. Previously, trips had to be booked at least a day in advance, but now they can be scheduled same-day, giving riders greater flexibility. Thank you, TriMet, for making public transit more accessible. #ADA35 tinyurl.com/3wtnwny4
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