Federal Transportation Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments for the redevelopment of a key train and bus station in Essex Junction, enhancing public transportation infrastructure and connectivity.

This program provides funding to states, local governments, and tribal authorities for projects that enhance U.S. port infrastructure and improve supply chain efficiency.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit higher education institutions in the U.S. to conduct research that improves pipeline safety while engaging students in innovative projects.

This program provides funding to small communities to improve air service access and affordability by supporting initiatives like airline recruitment, marketing campaigns, and operational cost offsets.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal communities for planning and designing transportation infrastructure projects to help them qualify for federal funding.

This funding opportunity supports research and development of advanced transportation technologies, prioritizing projects that improve vehicle efficiency and battery technology while benefiting underserved communities across the U.S.

The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), aims to strategically deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the United States. With a total allocation of $5 billion over fiscal years 2022 through 2026, the program focuses on building a reliable, equitable, and interconnected network of EV chargers, particularly along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs) and the Interstate Highway System. States are required to submit an annual EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan outlining their intended use of NEVI funds, which must be approved by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The program emphasizes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting equitable EV adoption, and creating sustainable jobs. Plans must address technical standards, data sharing, workforce training, and public engagement, with a strong focus on benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Funding Opportunity Title: Development and Deployment of Innovative Technologies for Concrete PavementsAnnouncement Type: This is the initial announcement of this funding opportunity.Funding Opportunity Number: 693JJ324NF00013Total Amount Available: This NOFO will result in the distribution of up to $5 million. The actual amount available to be awarded under this notice will besubject to the availability of funds. This NOFO will result in the award of one cost reimbursement cooperative agreement withcost-sharing. Award Type: Cooperative AgreementAssistance Listing Number: 20.200, Highway Research Development Questions: Submit Questions by 3:00pm ET on 4/17/2024 to: Freida.Byrd@dot.gov and Hector.Santamaria@dot.gov Application Due Date: Applications Due by 3:00pm ET on 5/20/2024 via Grants.gov (see Section D). The Federal Highway Administrations (FHWA) Accelerated Implementation and Deployment of Pavement Technologies (AIDPT) Program was established more than a decade ago under the Moving Ahead for Progress in 21st Century Act (Pub. L. 112-141). Since that time, the program has continued under Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (Pub. L. 114-94) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. 117-58). The program encourages highway agencies to adopt and implement new technologies proven to save money, enhance safety, improve performance and quality, increase efficiency, reduce delay, and enhance road user satisfaction.The purpose of this funding opportunity and planned cooperative agreement (Agreement) is to stimulate, facilitate, and expedite the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative technologies relating to the design, specification, production, testing, control, construction, investigation, operation, and impacts of concrete pavements. The Agreement will support public agencies by helping to increase the knowledge related to concrete pavements and concrete materials. The proposed project is a cooperative effort between the FHWA and the Recipient to improve the quality and performance of concrete pavements. Products will include, but not be limited to, implementation plans, market analyses, training tools, case studies, reports and analyses, and supporting stakeholder engagement via conference presentations, webinars, workshops, peer exchanges, videos, and technical assistance to public agencies. To accomplish and deliver these products, it is anticipated the Recipient will leverage engaging subject matter experts and make products available and accessible to a wide-ranging audience. This effort will leverage the unique technology capabilities and facilities of the Recipient with FHWAs mission.The goals of this funding opportunity and planned Agreement are to promote the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative materials, design and construction procedures, specifications, practices, and methods by which the concrete pavement can realize improved pavement performance and extended pavement life while integrating sustainability.

This grant provides funding exclusively to the Connecticut Department of Transportation for infrastructure upgrades on the New Haven Line to improve train speeds and reliability.

Pursuant to the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024, Pub. L. 118-42, the Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $758,036,398 to cover Operating, Capital, and Debt Service which will be used until December 31, 2026, or until expended. In order to receive these funds, Amtrak must complete the grant application and submit the following items electronically: (a) Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; (b) Statement of Work, (c) A description of the projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year for Northeast Corridor activities, including train services and infrastructure, and National Network activities, including State-supported routes and long-distance routes, in comparison to prior fiscal year actual financial performance; (d) A description of the capital projects to be funded, with cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completion of the projects covered by the request; (e) a description of the status of efforts to improve Amtraks safety culture; (f) SF-424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs; (g) SF- 424D Assurances Construction Programs; and (h) Signed copies of the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms (http://www.fra.dot.gov/downloads/admin/assurancesandcertifications.pdf).

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, as well as tribal authorities, to transition their public ferry systems to electric or low-emission vessels and improve related infrastructure.

This funding opportunity provides financial support exclusively to Amtrak for enhancing rail services and infrastructure along the heavily trafficked Northeast Corridor, promoting strategic planning and cooperation among multiple stakeholders.

This funding opportunity provides up to $800 million to local governments and other eligible entities for using low-carbon construction materials in federally funded transportation projects, promoting sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

This notice details the application requirements and procedures to obtain grant funding for projects on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) under the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Fiscal Year 2024. The program aims to reduce the State of Good Repair backlog, improve performance, or expand or establish new intercity passenger rail service. Eligible applicants include states, groups of states, interstate compacts, public agencies, political subdivisions, Amtrak, federally recognized Indian tribes, and combinations of these entities. The total funding available is $2,034,420,932, and applications are due by July 15, 2024. The projects must be listed in the 2024 Northeast Corridor Project Inventory and comply with the selection and evaluation criteria outlined in the notice.

The Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA) Section 212 requires establishment of a Northeast Corridor Commission (NEC Commission). The NEC Commission was established to promote mutual cooperation and planning pertaining to the rail operations and related activities of the Northeast Corridor. The statute requires several deliverables, including a statement of goals, recommendations, access costs and a report on Northeast Corridor economic development. The NEC Commission is comprised of 18 voting members, nine of which represent each of the eight states and the District of Columbia five of, which represent the U.S. Department of Transportation, and four of which represent Amtrak.

This program provides funding to eligible public transit agencies in designated urban areas to improve security and resilience against terrorism and other threats through various protective measures and enhancements.

The purpose of the R Program is to provide grants for Initiating, Restoring, or Enhancing Intercity Rail Passenger Transportation operations.

Pursuant to the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024, Pub. L.118-42, the Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $582,742,520 to cover Capital and Debt Service which will be used until December 31, 2026, or until expended. In order to receive these funds, Amtrak must complete the grant application and submit the following items electronically: (a) Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; (b) Statement of Work; (c) A description of the projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year for Northeast Corridor activities, including train services and infrastructure, and National Network activities, including State-supported routes and long-distance routes, in comparison to prior fiscal year actual financial performance; (d) A description of the capital projects to be funded, with cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completion of the projects covered by the request; (e) a description of the status of efforts to improve Amtraks safety culture; (f) SF-424B Assurances Non-Construction Program (g) SF-424D Assurances Construction Programs; and (h) Signed copies of the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms (http://www.fra.dot.gov/downloads/admin/assurancesandcertifications.pdf).

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations to improve safety and reduce accidents involving large trucks and buses through various initiatives.

This funding opportunity is designed to support the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority in restoring Amtrak passenger rail service to northeastern Pennsylvania through necessary planning and infrastructure updates.