FTA Offers Grants for Better Transit Access

2026-08144 — Administrative Rulemaking, Guidance, and Enforcement Procedures

The Department of Transportation is bringing back and improving its rules for making new policies, giving guidance, and enforcing laws. This affects anyone involved in transportation regulations, making the process clearer and more consistent. These changes kick in on May 27, 2026, aiming to save time and avoid confusion without adding extra costs.

2026-13627 — Notice of Final Federal Agency Actions on Proposed Interstate Bridge Replacement Program in Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington

The Federal Highway and Transit Administrations have given the green light to replace the Interstate Bridge connecting Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. This big project will improve highways and transit across the Columbia River, making travel smoother for everyone. If you want to challenge these decisions, you have until December 4, 2026, to speak up!

2026-13165 — Notice of Proposed Buy America Waiver for North County Transit District DMU Replacement Parts and Request for Comment

The North County Transit District asked for a special waiver to buy certain replacement parts for their 12 Siemens DMU trains that aren’t made enough in the U.S. The Federal Transit Administration is asking the public to share their thoughts before deciding. Comments are open until July 15, 2026, and this decision could affect how and where these parts are bought, possibly speeding up repairs and keeping trains running smoothly.

2026-12919 — Bus Testing: Updates to Bus Testing Program Procedures and Policies, Clarifications, Technical Adjustments, and Other Program Updates

The Federal Transit Administration is updating its bus testing rules to make the process faster and clearer for bus makers and buyers. These changes will help remove old test reports and improve the quality of new ones, making it easier to know which buses perform best. If you’re involved in bus manufacturing or buying, get ready to share your thoughts by August 25, 2026, and expect smoother testing ahead with no surprise costs.

2026-11270 — Rail Transit Roadway Worker Protection

The Federal Transit Administration updated rules to make life easier for State Safety Oversight Agencies (SSOAs) that keep rail transit workers safe. Now, SSOAs can submit their safety program reports and do annual audits all at once, saving time and effort. These changes kick in on July 6, 2026, helping agencies stay on track without extra hassle or cost.

2026-11274 — Emergency Relief Program

The Federal Transit Administration is making it easier for public transit agencies to get emergency relief money by doubling the time they have to meet certain rules—from 45 to 90 days. This change helps speed up aid after disasters like floods or storms, starting July 6, 2026. If you run or work with public transit, this means less paperwork and faster access to funds when emergencies hit.

Previous: 2026-13906 — Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Federal Reserve wants to keep running its Consumer and Stakeholder Surveys for three more years without any changes. If you’re someone who cares about how these surveys work or how they affect you, now’s the time to speak up before September 8, 2026. No new costs or big changes are planned, just a smooth extension to keep gathering important feedback.

Next: 2026-13908 — Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Federal Reserve wants to keep running its Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking for three more years without changing it. This survey helps understand how families manage money and make financial choices. If you have thoughts, you can share them by September 8, 2026—no cost or big hassle involved!