The Federal Transit Administration (FTA), based in Washington, D.C., is an agency within the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). Its core mission is to provide financial and technical assistance to local public transportation systems across the nation. The FTA operates through its headquarters and ten regional offices, supporting transit agencies in all states and the District of Columbia. It offers grants for various public transit systems, including buses, subways, light rail, commuter rail, trolleys, and ferries. Additionally, the FTA focuses on safety oversight and infrastructure investment, as well as fostering innovation through research and development.
Notable figures affiliated with the FTA include its Administrator, who is appointed by the President of the United States. The agency has made significant strides in enhancing public transportation safety and efficiency through its national transit safety program and compliance oversight processes. Key achievements include substantial infrastructure investments and advancements in public transportation technology. The FTA's impact is evident in improved community connectivity and enhanced public transit services nationwide.

Department of Transportation
transportation.gov

Federal Railroad Administration
railroads.dot.gov

Federal Highway Administration

Metropolitan Transportation Commission
mtc.ca.gov

Nysdot
dot.ny.gov

TriMet
trimet.org

Ohio Department of Transportation

Flint Mass Transportation Authority
mtaflint.org

Tulsa Transit
tulsatransit.org

Pvta
pvta.com

UK Department for Transport
gov.uk

Metrolink

Sacramento Regional Transit District
sacrt.com

Embark
embarkok.com

California Transportation Commission
catc.ca.gov
Organizations similar to Federal Transit Administration include Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Highway Administration and Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
Federal Transit Administration was founded in 1964.
Federal Transit Administration's headquarters is located in Washington, D.C., DC, US.
Federal Transit Administration has 558 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.