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Spokane transit sales tax renewal passes primary election
Spokane voters approved a sales tax renewal measure during the primary election, securing continued funding for the regional transit system.
Funding & Finance
FTA grants, ballot measures, appropriations, and the money behind transit capital projects.
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NYC's first light-rail project secures $5.5B, eyes 5-year construction
New York City is advancing a $5.5 billion, 14-mile light-rail line connecting Brooklyn and Queens, with construction expected to take five years. The project aims to serve historically underserved communities across both boroughs.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Blue Line Extension faces $224M funding shortfall
Officials identified a significant $224M gap in funding for the Blue Line Extension project, creating uncertainty about project completion timeline and scope.
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San Fernando Valley light-rail secures $2.4B construction award
A light-rail project in the San Fernando Valley has received a $2.4 billion funding award for construction. This significant capital allocation supports the expansion of transit infrastructure in the region.
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MBTA Draw One Bridge Project Expands Rail Capacity, Supports Jobs
The MBTA's Draw One Bridge project aims to expand rail capacity while supporting approximately 15,600 jobs through infrastructure investment and development.