Letter to Congress to uphold the promise of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) throughout the Fiscal Year 2026
At this critical moment, the IIJA gives towns, cities, and states the ability to expand public transit options, replace thousands of deficient transit vehicles, including buses, with clean, zero-emission vehicles, and improve accessibility for the elderly and people with disabilities. But that is not possible unless Congress fulfills its promise to the American public and fully funds the vital programs contained in the bill.
Letter to Congress in Support of Stronger Communities Through Better Transit Act
Transit is a key component of economic opportunity, Public transit is much more than just a means of getting from point A to point B. It is a crucial tool for leveling the playing field for working families, ensuring they have the mobility, financial security, and opportunities necessary to grow and thrive.
Outreach: 10 in 60 Method
Different kinds of outreach are designed for different kinds of environments. This training focuses on short conversations that are designed to identify interests – 10 things in 60 seconds. Outreach: 10 in 60 method DOWNLOAD THE Training
Toolkit: Week Without Driving 2025
From September 29th to October 5th, the Week Without Driving offers us the opportunity to raise awareness of how essential public transportation is and to mobilize everyday riders, grassroots leaders, and decision makers to address transportation inequities by participating in the Week Without Driving challenge. Week Without Driving challenges us to leave our cars […]
Quick Take: Small Cities, Big Moves – Jonesboro, Arkansas
In 2023, more than 7 billion trips were taken on America’s public transit systems, in towns, cities, and rural areas across the country. Demand for transit is growing, as the cost of car ownership increases and fewer young people express interest in driving. Moreover, as America’s population ages, an increasing number of people will lose […]
Transit Tuesday: Eshawney Gaston
My name is Eshawney Gaston, and I’m a food service worker in Durham, North Carolina. In the past, I’ve been a cook, but I’ve worked the register and have done warehouse work as well. I’m also a proud member of my union, United Southern Service Workers (USSW). I’ve been using the public transit system since […]
Public Transit Is in Crisis. Congress Can Fix It.
Public transit across the country is in trouble. Fixing that starts with investing in it, not defunding it. by LeeAnn Hall Transit is essential. It’s how we get to health care appointments, parks, school, and work. Essential workers, small businesses, and under-served communities throughout the country depend on transit. Transit is a key component […]
Quick Take: Small Cities, Big Moves – Flagstaff, Arizona
In 2023, more than 7 billion trips were taken on America’s public transit systems, in towns, cities, and rural areas across the country. Demand for transit is growing, as the cost of car ownership increases and fewer young people express interest in driving. Moreover, as America’s population ages, an increasing number of people will lose […]
Quick Take: Small Cities, Big Moves – Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
In 2023, more than 7 billion trips were taken on America’s public transit systems, in towns, cities, and rural areas across the country. Demand for transit is growing, as the cost of car ownership increases and fewer young people express interest in driving. Moreover, as America’s population ages, an increasing number of people will lose […]
Transit Tuesday: Vanessa Alvarez
I work at a convenience store and take the bus to and from work every day. I have to be at work at 7 a.m. most days, so I get up at 5:30 a.m. to take the 6:30 a.m. bus. The ride is only 10-12 minutes if the bus comes on time. When the bus doesn’t come, which happens often, I have to wait 45 minutes to an hour for the next bus, and then I am late to work.
