People
RTD appoints Eric Williams as new CEO
The Regional Transportation District has named Eric Williams as its new CEO while the agency evaluates its future bus service operations and strategy.
News
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Funding
Trump administration cuts $13.5B from transit and rail funding
Federal transportation funding extension removes $13.5 billion previously allocated to transit and rail projects, significantly impacting capital planning for agencies and contractors.
Funding
Congress Allows $36B Transportation Cuts as Reauthorization Stalls
Congressional inaction on transportation reauthorization has resulted in $36 billion in authorized funding cuts, affecting transit agencies' capital planning capacity. The stalled legislative process creates uncertainty for project pipelines and long-term infrastructure investment strategies.
Policy
FTA ends MBTA safety oversight after four-year federal intervention
The Federal Transit Administration concluded its safety oversight of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority following a four-year period of enhanced federal monitoring and requirements.
Funding
Continuing resolution unexpectedly cuts billions in transit funding
A continuing budget resolution has reduced federal transit funding by billions of dollars, catching the industry by surprise. The cuts impact transit agencies' ability to fund capital projects and operations.
Procurement
MTA issues RFP for 650 new CNG buses to replace aging fleet
The MTA is issuing a request for proposals to procure 650 compressed natural gas buses as part of a fleet modernization initiative. This procurement represents a significant capital investment in transit vehicle replacement.