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U.S. Department of Transportation
The Department of Transportation is responsible for planning and coordinating federal transportation projects. It also sets safety regulations for all major modes of transportation.
Parent Agency: White House |
Related agencies:Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation | Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology | Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration | Maritime Administration |

U.S. Department of Transportation latest press releases


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Secretary Buttigieg Announces First Industry Wide Privacy Review of U S Airlines

U.S. Department of Transportation
Mar 23,2024

Review will look at airline policies and training to ensure that passengers’ sensitive personal information is not improperly monetized or shared with third parties WASHINGTON – U . S . Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg today announced the Dep . [ . . . ]

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

U.S. Department of Transportation
Mar 05,2024

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law makes way for funding that will boost innovation , expand partnerships , and enhance training to make roadways safer for all WASHINGTON , D . C . — Today , the U . S . Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Ad . [ . . . ]

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Air Travel Consumer Report December 2023 Full Year 2023 Numbers

U.S. Department of Transportation
Mar 03,2024

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 , mish . [ . . . ]

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

U.S. Department of Transportation
Feb 23,2024

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 . [ . . . ]

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

U.S. Department of Transportation
Feb 23,2024

Funding will help train first responders , educate the public on local safety initiatives , and encourage the development of new pipeline technologies . WASHINGTON – The U . S . Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administ . [ . . . ]

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Biden Harris Administration Announces Availability of $1 5 Billion in Federal Funding to Modernize Bus Fleets and Deploy Clean Transit Buses Across America

U.S. Department of Transportation
Feb 09,2024

Funding from the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law not only puts cleaner buses on the road , it also supports American manufacturingWASHINGTON – The U . S . Department of Transportation ' s Federal Transit Administration ( FTA ) today announced the a . [ . . . ]

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Biden Harris Administration Announces More Than $240 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding to Modernize Airports in 37 States

U.S. Department of Transportation
Feb 01,2024

WASHINGTON — The U . S . Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) will award $243 . 7 million in Fiscal Year ( FY ) 2024 Airport Infrastructure Grants ( AIG ) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law . [ . . . ]

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Federal Railroad Administration Issues Final Rule Requiring Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatuses in Trains Carrying Hazmat

U.S. Department of Transportation
Jan 26,2024

After Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine , Rule strengthens worker safety by requiring railroads to provide protective gear for neck and face coverage with respiratory protectionWASHINGTON – The Federal Railroad Administration ( FRA ) today a . [ . . . ]

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FHWA Announces $729 Million to Repair Roads and Bridges Damaged by Natural Disasters and Extreme Weather Events

U.S. Department of Transportation
Jan 24,2024

WASHINGTON – As part of the U . S . Department of Transportation’s coordinated approach to help states repair and rebuild roads and bridges , the Federal Highway Administration today announced it is providing $729 . [ . . . ]

U.S. Department of Transportation


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Biden Harris Administration Announces $623 Million in Grants to Continue Building Out Electric Vehicle Charging Network

U.S. Department of Transportation
Jan 12,2024

Funding will deploy chargers in communities and along major travel corridors , while promoting American jobs and leadership in EV chargingWASHINGTON – The Biden - Harris Administration today announced $623 million in grants to help build out an electric . [ . . . ]

U.S. Department of Transportation
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